Antique And Vintage Luggage
Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Leather
20th Century British Edwardian Luggage Racks
Wood, Ash
Mid-20th Century Victorian Luggage Racks
Mahogany
20th Century British Trunks and Luggage
Leather
Early 20th Century Trunks and Luggage
Leather
Mid-20th Century North American Modern Trunks and Luggage
Leather
Vintage 1930s British Trunks and Luggage
Leather, Canvas
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Trunks and Luggage
Brass, Copper
20th Century English Modern Trunks and Luggage
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Trunks and Luggage
Steel
Antique 1870s Hungarian High Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique Early 1900s Romanian Late Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique Early 1900s European Late Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique Early 1900s Romanian Late Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique Early 1900s Indian Arts and Crafts Trunks and Luggage
Iron
Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Trunks and Luggage
Brass, Copper
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Trunks and Luggage
Leather
Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Leather, Oak
Antique 1880s European Late Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique Early 1900s European Late Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique 1880s Romanian High Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique 1870s European High Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique 1880s European High Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Early 20th Century Renaissance Trunks and Luggage
Metal
Antique Early 1800s European George III Trunks and Luggage
Pine
20th Century English Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Early 20th Century Industrial Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Trunks and Luggage
Pine
20th Century English Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Aluminum
Antique Early 1800s European George III Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique Early 1800s European George III Trunks and Luggage
Pine
20th Century European Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Leather, Canvas, Elm
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Trunks and Luggage
Wood
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Steel, Iron
20th Century English Country Trunks and Luggage
Wicker, Wood
20th Century English Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Leather
Vintage 1950s Korean Chinese Export Trunks and Luggage
Iron, Metal
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Bronze, Iron
Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage
Leather
Vintage 1930s European Edwardian Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique 1840s European Early Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Wrought Iron
Antique 1860s Italian High Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Wood
Vintage 1910s French Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Brass
20th Century European Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Mid-20th Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Leather, Beech
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Country Trunks and Luggage
Pine, Paint
Mid-20th Century French Industrial Trunks and Luggage
Faux Leather
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Trunks and Luggage
Brass
20th Century European Industrial Trunks and Luggage
Chrome, Steel
Antique Early 1900s European High Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century North American American Colonial Trunks and L...
Oak
20th Century European Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique 1840s Swedish George III Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique 1790s Portuguese George III Trunks and Luggage
Oak
Vintage 1920s French Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
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Antique And Vintage Luggage For Sale on 1stDibs
Finding the Right trunks-luggage for You
Add a charming piece of travel history to your space. Antique and vintage trunks and luggage can make a statement as decorative accents and practical furnishings in nearly every room of your home.
There have been many types of trunks and luggage over the years, with availability of these wares broadening as train travel expanded during the 19th century. Antique steamer trunks — named for their use on steamships — mostly date from around 1880 to 1920. These pieces of luggage fit a steamship’s luggage size regulations and essentially doubled as wardrobes, ensuring that a traveler’s evening dresses and suits were kept wrinkle-free on a journey from city to city.
In 1858, French luxury brand Louis Vuitton introduced the world to the now-iconic Louis Vuitton trunks. During this early period of railroad travel, Louis Vuitton trunks solved common travel problems. Instead of the traditional round shape, these handcrafted rectangular trunks stored better on trains. To discourage burglars, the French craftsman and his son, Georges, also eventually patented a revolutionary sophisticated lock for the trunks. The famous LV monogram was first used in 1896 as part of an initiative by Georges to prevent counterfeiting of his coveted travel trunks.
Even if no longer used for travel, the vintage luggage is a popular item among collectors for its historical value and charm. At home, an old wood trunk is a durable storage solution as much as it is a versatile surface. It’s a coffee table in the living room of your farmhouse-style home or rustic loft apartment and a nightstand or blanket chest at the foot of your bed in your bedroom.
From Victorian trunks to Art Deco traveling jewelry cases, journey through history today with an extensive collection of antique trunk suitcases and vintage luggage on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Whether vintage luggage is worth anything depends largely upon its style and maker. Pieces designed by Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Goyard, Hartmann and other luxury fashion houses and high-end manufacturers often retain their value or appreciate with age. However, the demand for a piece and its rarity, age and condition will also impact its value. Consider consulting a certified appraiser who is knowledgeable about luggage and handbags for assistance in determining whether luggage is valuable. On 1stDibs, shop for a variety of luggage.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Antique is usually defined as being over 100 years old. Vintage is a bit more subjective, with some saying anything over 20 years old is vintage, while others state something must be over 50 years old to be considered vintage.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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