Louis Vuitton Sobe Clutch Bordeaux Patent Leather
About the Item
- Designer:
- Dimensions:Height: 4.34 in (11 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)Length: 10.24 in (26 cm)
- Period:
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Torre Del Greco, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU768318080872
Louis Vuitton
The story behind iconic luxury brand Louis Vuitton — best known for its esteemed handbags, crossbody bags, leather goods, ready-to-wear clothing and more — is one of craft and innovation in the worlds of fashion, jewelry and furniture.
The company’s modest origins can be traced back to when its founder, Louis Vuitton (1821–92), wishing to free himself from the conventional lifestyle in his provincial French city of Anchay as well as a difficult stepmother, left in the early 1830s to make a new life in Paris. The young Vuitton was 13 at the time and would need to travel on foot to get to the capital, which was hundreds of miles away. With stops along the way to make money so that he could forge ahead, the journey took a couple of years, but reward was close at hand.
When he arrived in Paris, Vuitton made a living with his hands. He toiled as a box maker and packer for more than a decade and built relationships with royals and members of the upper class while working for the empress of France, Eugenie de Montijo. In 1854, Vuitton launched his namesake company. The craftsman opened a humble workshop on rue Neuve des Capucines and advertised his services with a small poster that read: “Securely packs the most fragile objects. Specializing in packing fashions.”
Long before his brand would become known globally for its exemplary top-handle bags and stylish totes, Vuitton produced stackable and rectangular trunks. The most common trunks of the era were round, which weren’t ideal for toting and storing. In 1858, Vuitton debuted his lightweight, handcrafted canvas trunks, which were sturdy, rugged and equipped with convenient compartments. Travel’s popularity broadened in the late 19th century, and Vuitton’s trunks could easily be packed into train cars and ships — upright trunks meant hanging wardrobe storage that would allow his clients to transport their sophisticated garments without worry. Demand increased and the company grew. When Louis Vuitton died in 1892, control of the luxury house was passed onto his only son, Georges Vuitton.
In 1914, a Louis Vuitton store opened at 70 Champs-Élysées. The largest travel-goods store in the world at the time, it became the company’s flagship.
The Louis Vuitton brand embodies all the attributes of luxury, from the craftsmanship, exclusivity and relevance to heritage. It’s only appropriate that it boasts one of the most recognizable insignias — the imaginative interlocking of letters and fleurettes — in the fashion world. The famous LV monogram was first used in 1896 as part of an initiative by Georges to prevent counterfeiting of his coveted new line of travel trunks. It’s one of the earliest examples of fashion branding.
The LV monogram would soon appear on everything from bags and various fashion accessories to alligator-skin champagne cases, from stylish apparel and earrings to teddy bears and airplane models.
On 1stDibs, the unmistakable insignia can be found on both modern and vintage Louis Vuitton shoulder bags, suitcases, original 19th-century trunks, jackets and more.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Torre Del Greco, Italy
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
- Louis Vuitton Jour Clutch GM x Supreme Limited Edition Red Epi LeatherBy Louis Vuitton SupremeLocated in Torre Del Greco, ITLouis Vuitton signed clutch, Jour model, size GM, limited edition in collaboration with Supreme. Made of red leather with white lettering on the front and back and silver hardware. E...Category
2010s Clutches
- 2011 Hermès Birkin 35 Togo Leather Rouge Capucine Top Handle BagBy HermèsLocated in Torre Del Greco, ITHermès handbag, Birkin model, size 35, made of capucine-colored togo leather with silver hardware. Equipped with the classic flap with interlocking closure and buckle. Complete with ...Category
2010s Top Handle Bags
- 2008 Hermès Birkin 35 Togo Leather Toundra Top Handle BagBy HermèsLocated in Torre Del Greco, ITHermès handbag, Birkin model, size 35, made in toundra-colored togo leather with silver hardware. Equipped with the classic flap with interlocking closure and buckle. Complete with p...Category
Early 2000s Top Handle Bags
- 2009 Hermès Birkin 35 Togo Leather Ciel Top Handle BagBy HermèsLocated in Torre Del Greco, ITHermès handbag, Birkin model, size 35, made of sky blue togo leather with silver hardware. Equipped with the classic flap with interlocking closure and buckle. Complete with padlock ...Category
Early 2000s Top Handle Bags
- 2008 Hèrmes Birkin 35 Hevercalf Trench Top HandleBy HermèsLocated in Torre Del Greco, ITIconic Hermès bag, Birkin model size 35, made in Trench-colored Hevercalf leather with silver hardware. The bag has a front flap equipped with a twist lock with two side bands. Equip...Category
Early 2000s Top Handle Bags
- Hermès Birkin 35 Obscur CourchevelBy HermèsLocated in Torre Del Greco, ITBag by Hermès, Birkin model, size 35, made in Obscur color Courchevel leather, with gold hardware. Equipped with a flap with a classic padlock closure. Internally lined in leather, v...Category
1990s Top Handle Bags
- Carlos Falchi Large "Shades of Browns" Multi Skin ClutchBy Carlos FalchiLocated in New York, NYCarlos Falchi Signature multi "shades of browns" multi skins such as snake and lizard makes for a wonderful clutch. The sides are finished with embossed calfskin for...Category
1980s Spanish Clutches
- Black Suede and Bakelite Minaudiere ClutchLocated in New York, NYBlack Suede and Bakelite Minaudiere from the 1930's. Completely outfitted as a vanity case with compartments for every need (from that period). The borders of the metal frame and c...Category
1930s American Novelty Bags
- Prada Purple Python Lambskin ClutchBy PradaLocated in West Hollywood, CAPrada evening clutch in soft purple lambskin with fuchsia python clasp detail. Immaculate pink silk interior with zipped pocket. Comes with origin...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches
- New in Box Hermes Jige Elan Blue BrightonBy HermèsLocated in West Hollywood, CAHermès jig elan 29cm blue brighton in swift leather. Dated "C" for 2018. Comes with original dust cover, booklet, box, ribbon, and shopping bag.Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches
- New in Box Louis Vuitton Escale Limited Edition Puchettes Clutch Bag - Set of 3By Louis VuittonLocated in West Hollywood, CALouis Vuitton sold out worldwide Escale set of three clutches with tie die monogram design. 2020 collection. Comes with dust cover and box.Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches
- Asian Figure Motif Brocade Clutch with Painted Figures Tile Top 1930sLocated in Water Mill, NYA stunning silk brocade clutch with intricately painted tiles of people along the top. The patterned brocade has Asian figures, birds and flowers in beige, olive, orange and brown. ...Category
1930s Clutches
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
How to Spot a Fake Louis Vuitton
What are the telltale signs that you're holding a real Louis Vuitton and not a knockoff? We spoke with expert Diane D’Amato to find out. Of course, you don't have to worry about fakes on 1stDibs, where every seller is highly vetted.
Inside Louis Vuitton’s Most Popular Handbag Collaborations
The venerable brand has earned accolades (and gained new fans) for partnerships that meld fashion with art.