Trunks:

From the XVII to the XIX centuries many foreign families came to Honduras to mine, especially Englishmen and Spaniards. Their need to transport their objects was met with these unique useful objects which were beautiful as well. Even after the mining boom ended the tradition of making the trunks continued and it is still fairly easy to find them . They are usually of a standard size but with diverse decorative styles. The trunks are usually made of wood, mostly cedar, and the wood is either beautifully carved or covered in tanned cow hide. 

Carved trunks:

Cedar: For quite some time the Honduran artisans using their exceptional ability to carve wood have been turning out these unique objects which are exceptionally fine pieces of furniture. The carvings usually depict  typical scenes  of life in the Honduran  towns and countryside.

There are many reasons why cedar is usually use for making these trunks: cedar is less dense than other woods making them lighter and easier to transport and contains natural pesticides thereby protecting the contents from tropical infestations while imparting a pleasant aroma.

Mahogany: The use of the famous and magnificent Honduran mahogany for the elaboration of this kind of pieces is due not only for its easy handling and its  resistance to almost any insect and any climate, but for its beauty and incomparable elegance. Having a piece of this type will give a touch of exquisite taste to any space you want.

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