Why, oh why, does no one use one of these anymore? Nobody even uses the word, and the world is worse off for it!
Portmanteaus, large trunks that open into two equal halves, are a fixture in practically every comedy film from the advent of film up until the 1950s (presumably because you can fit a person inside them), not to mention they're beautifully Victorian. The word comes from the Old French porter ("to carry") and manteau ("cloak").
I would love to own a portmanteau. It would be the perfect place to pack all my Steampunk costumes and accoutrements, not to mention it would make a lovely antique-ish piece of furniture. Anybody know of any cheap ones for sale, preferably in black leather?
Ciao!
The Lonely Alchemist
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