These old trunks are in common use today as storage/stowage decorative trunks , where in the past their lives were closer connected to travel .
Often left vacant & sometimes 'abused' by the elements & humans alike , it's becoming harder to find ones that are still fit , as it were , to be used as intended .
Commonly these guys had @ least one sorta tray-shaped & removable top 'shelf' , sometimes with lidded compartments for 'dainties' & such .
Intact & original trunks tend to bring more dough from the people who have an affection/affliction with collecting them .
Sometimes these items are molded/mildewed/funky-smelling , which is a real turn-off to prospective buyers ... my folks used to put a coffee can , with holes in the top , full of cedar shavings in theirs .
martin07 , you might want to check the outside of your item with a magnet (which would indicate that the trunk 'skin' is metal) if you're curious about that .
Painted metal ones , sim to yours are usually up for sale (& selling) around here (PacNorthWest)for under $75 USD .