French Trunks and Luggage

In 1870’s, the Wardrobe trunk became the ultimate symbol of Parisian chic for outfits and accessories. Since, it undergoes a constant evolution to keep pace with the exigences of mod...

Exceptional Louis Vuitton wardrobe trunk features stenciled monogram canvas; brown loziné LV stamped solid brass locks and studs. Customized yellow and black stripes give a lot of ch...

1940s cabin trunk manufactured by Innovation. It is made all in wood and canvas, it has wooden black painted bars with metal protections and leather and i...

A lovely 'Vache Naturelle' case by Louis Vuitton. With original tray and leather lined interior that would have held a range of fittings; Circa 1935. This case also has three keys. ...

An early 18th century Louis XIII style coffer or trunk handcrafted of solid old growth French walnut having a beautiful rich and dark color patina, circa 1710. This handsome trunk features typical Renaissance style geometric carvings like the raised lozenge on the front and raised à pointe de diamants or diamond tipped decoration on the side panels. Raised on bun feet. Original iron handles and hardware. Coffers and trunks were used to keep all sorts of treasures under lock and key while still functioning as seats, tables, and even beds for children...

French early 20th century Bibliotheque du Senat trunk.

1980s vintage Louis Vuitton suitcase.

French Black Forest carved wood trunk with hinged lift top and grapevine motif, circa 1890.

This exquisite, antique pigskin hat box was crafted in France, circa 1870. This leather high box features leather straps and handle embellished with decorative brass nail heads, and the inside is dressed with the original red velvet upholstery. The piece is in excellent condition and has a rich patinated brown leather finish. This hat box would make a unique addition to a travel, trunk or fashion accessory collection. A top hat (also called a high hat, a cylinder hat, or a topper), is a tall, flat-crowned hat for men traditionally associated with formal wear in Western dress codes, meaning white tie, morning dress, or frock coat. Traditionally made of black silk or sometimes grey, the top hat emerged in Western fashion by the end of 18th century. Although it declined by the time of the counterculture of the 1960s, it remains a formal fashion accessory. A collapsible variant of a top hat, developed in the 19th century, is known as an opera hat...

Beautiful black canvas and leather trunk as coffee table / side table. France, 19th century. This trunk is all made in wood covered with black canvas. It has wooden bars, leather pr...

Beautiful beige canvas cabin suitcase / trunk with brown stripes, metal locks and leather handles, France, 1930s. Steel chromed metal plates locks and stu...

Two vintage Louis Vuitton Trunks / Each one has its own serial number on the inside.

Trunk grand cru blue covered with black grained cowhide genuine leather. With lozines in smooth leather, jewelry parts in solid brass, with hand polished n...

Early 1910s very rare Goyard wardrobe trunk handmade in France. This was the biggest trunk that was ever made by Goyard. The trunk is in very good condition with nice patina. Perfect...

A beautiful, classic and large example of turn-of-the-century travel luggage, this antique French steam trunk features all of the quintessential details, d...

Beautiful set of two suitcases made of cream leather and parchement, France, 1930s-1940s. Metal locks and studs and leather handles. The small one is made in vellum. The large one...

18th century French Louis XVI walnut coffer or blanket chest. 18th century French Louis XVI, Renaissance or Gothic style walnut coffer or chest from Dijon. This gorgeous coffer, trun...

Pair of authentic Louis Vuitton luggage pieces. Individually numbered, pair of brass numbered keys included with both pieces. Can be moun...

Pair of authentic Louis Vuitton luggage pieces. Individually numbered, pair of brass numbered keys included with both pieces. Can be moun...

An exquisite Art Deco period luxury brown leather gentleman's suitcase. Manufactured by Gustave Keller (Keller Frères), 1920s-1930s. Signed 'Gustave Keller. Av. Matignon 18, Paris' at the front part. Rare find. This outstanding top quality leather suitcase was manufactured by Gustave Keller Freres. Designed to be used as gentlemen's vanity travel suitcase. Brown leather with gold plated lock plates and garnet leather inside. The key is available. The interior is in good condition, fresh and clean. The original vanity set is missed. A perfect addition for decorative purposes or as elegant storage box and also beautiful as end / bedside table placed on a pedestal or on other suitcases. Great gift idea! The Fendi Zucca Pattern Suitcase shown at the images is avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace. Measures: 66 cm W x 45 cm D x 16 cm H About Gustave Keller: The company was founded in 1856 by Gustave Keller, whose simple yet elegant sets and accessories were immediately appreciated around the worl for their premium quality. Keller was awarded with a gold and a silver medal at the 1867 and 1878 Paris World Exhibitions. After 1878, the Keller brothers succeeded the father and started producing silverware, which was again rewarded at the 1889 and 1900 world fairs respectively, with a gold medal and a Grand Prix. In his beginnings established at 65 rue de Turbigo in Paris, Keller moved their shop and workshop to 22 rue Joubert in 1891. In 1929, the shop was mentioned as trading from 18 Avenue Matignon and was still active possibly as late as 1947. In 1889, Lucien Falize wrote that "everything stamped Keller is good" (the firm was later known as "Keller fils et gendre successeurs"). Keller Company attracted brilliant and international customers and was appointed official supplier of several courts (Spain, Russia, Greece and Romania). The Russian Court was an important client and from 1897, the last Tsar regularly purchased artifacts from the Parisian silversmith. From the 1900s the firm was also commissioned to produce several important cups and trophies for the Principality of Monaco. The Zucca pattern Fendi hard suitcase...

Beautiful leather trunk manufactured at the mid-20th century period in France. It has very nice proportions, handles at both sides and 2 large solid metal rings at the back enable t...

Very large slurry box with parts in native wood veneer, marquetry nets and geometric decorations in marquetry on the top. The box rests on four arched feet in the Louis XV style. Thi...

17th century French leather coffer, chest or trunk with nailhead detail from burgundy on newer wooden base.   

This is an unusually long Gothic style trunk from France, measuring nearly 6.5 feet long. It is carved from thick oak planks, and it dates to circa 1800. The trunk has well carved characteristic Gothic ornamentation on all of the front panels, while the rest of the piece remains simple, except a small molding to the lid. The big oak panels are joined by dowel reinforced mortise and tenon construction. The long single plank lid is attached by iron hinges and opens to reveal a large rectangular space which reveals how all the boards were assembled. There is also a latch and keyhole at the center. This rare trunk would be perfect at the foot of a king size bed, an accent piece under a tall tapestry...

A set of high quality French luxury vellum suitcases. France, 1920-1930s. Made in wood and parchment with brass studs and lock plates in brass and leat...

Superbe 17th century French blanket chest or trunk.

This large hat box features light brown canvas, leather trim and solid brass clasps and corners as well as a leather handle on the top. Beautiful and warm patina. 1 key. Original b...

A beautiful Louis Vuitton leather overnight case, circa 1935 in exceptional original condition, ideal for an overnight or weekend away. With original le...

Vintage leather suitcase "Les Must de Cartier" burgundy Bordeaux luggage. Cartier maroon leather with zip around and gold-tone hardware suitc...

A superb 'Vache Naturelle' suitcase by Louis Vuitton. With original cotton lined interior (missing tray), circa 1935. Louis Vuitton was founded by its namesake in 1854, with the fir...

This stellar set of 2 authentic coated canvas monogramed Louis Vuitton traveling shoe carriers with original shoe stuffers inserts are vintage and from the 1970s. These were never ev...

A Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk Constructed in wood and monogrammed canvas and edged with brass guards, triple hinged, opening to reveal a tan l...

charming suitcase, from the 1920's

An exceptional bespoke leather Goyard steamer trunk with original interior. Circa 1910. The lock plate for this trunk has been changed at some point in it's history. In 1853 Françoi...

Black fine soft leather, channel design quilted large envelope shaped, double length long chain strap with leather woven, in very fine condition, top quality clean interior three com...

Vintage leather suitcase "La Bagagerie Paris" burgundy bordeaux luggage. Maroon leather travel bag with zip around and gold-tone hardware sui...

A wonderful trunk by the French Grand Magasin, Chalons, of Alexandria Egypt. With brass fittings, and original interior lining and key, circa 1915. Dimens...

A large and impressive E. Goyard steamer trunk, Paris, France circa 1900. It features a dome shaped trunk case covered with Goyard signature chevron canvas and befitted with patinate...

An exceptional Louis XVI style silver-gilt and cut-glass travel nécessaire by Boin Taburet. French, circa 1880. The lock engraved ‘BOIN TABURET 3, rue Pasquier, Paris’. Thi...

Canvas and leather and wood trim with brass fittings. Provenance ; John Gardner Coolidge. He was the nephew of Isabella Steward Gardner. John was an American diplomat. His summer hom...

An outstanding 17th century marriage trunk Malle from the South of France. Wonderfully constructed from wood enveloped with richly patina'd leather. The...

A French white bejeweled and beaded evening handbag with brass closure and flexible handle. Seven beautiful round and oval cabochon natural sto...

19th century pigskin and silver plated gentleman’s dressing case, fitted silver topped glass toiletries container and lined with green silk. Fall front a...

Céline Paris vintage shoulder / clutch box bag in black leather. Inside - bright red with one open pocket and one with a zip. The straps measurements are 53".

Unusual handcrafted Art Deco picnic case out of croco leather with hornback. The interior of the picnic case is missing. The object is sewn together and ed...

Elegant, quirky, eccentric set of four suitcases, made in France, leather and ponyskin, initials V.M.L. Dimensions : 1 x 60 x 40 cm x 17 cm high 1 x 70 x 45 cm x 19 cm high 2 x ...

1970s trunk covered with snake skin, marble and brass.

Antique rosewood French wedding chest made as a fancy and expensive gift for the bride. The rosewood chest has gilt bronze stringing and Boulle style inlay of mother-of-pearl and bro...

French Alp, folk art , trunk with a very nice patina

Practical size for holding papers or some firewood, but most notable for the very fine marquetry work, and the color and patina. Very attractive piece for storage. Any minor losses ...

Pair of Authentic Louis Vuitton Luggage Pieces. Individually numbered, Pair of brass numbered keys included with both pieces. Can be mou...

Louis Vuitton suitcase with removable tray-Soho location.

This lovely little Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram, all honey color lozin trim, solid brass corners, locks, and side handles. Its brass locks, studs and clasp...

This lovely little Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features the very sought after monogram woven canvas, leather trim, solid brass corners, solid brass locks, and side handles. Its bras...

A large Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in Epi leather, made in France in the latter quarter of the 20th century. Steamer bags have been produced by Louis Vuitton for over 120 years...

A lovely Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in monogram canvas and natural tan leather, made in France in the latter quarter of the 20th century. Steamer bags have been produced by Lou...

A highly unusual and exceptionally rare Louis Vuitton suitcase, originating from the early years of the 20th century, distinguishes itself not with the globally renowned monogram canvas but with a distinctive covering crafted from a singular piece of cowhide. This unique piece represents a special order from Louis Vuitton, showcasing the brand's historical commitment to utilizing only the finest hides available. Unlike many of its counterparts, leather trunks and cases of this era often struggle to withstand the test of time, requiring regular treatments to prevent drying and disintegration. Remarkably, this particular example defies the odds, retaining the same supple quality it possessed on the day it first graced the shop floor. This suitcase belongs to Louis Vuitton's collection of "speciality materials," which encompasses a diverse range, including, but not limited to, zinc, copper, crocodile leather, and cow leather. A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born in 1821 to a farmer and milliner and came from a long-established working-class family in eastern France. Vuitton grew up understanding the effects of perseverance and a strong work ethic from watching his family. At the age of 16, he made the decision to walk 292 miles from his hometown to Paris to try and make a new life for himself. When he arrived the city was in the midst of industrialization with current modes of transportation evolving quickly allowing for longer journeys. With this came the need for sturdy travel pieces. Vuitton was taken as an apprentice for a successful box maker and packer named Monsieur Marechal. He learned to craft durable containers and how to pack them properly – a well-respected profession at the time.In 1854, years after he had mastered his craft and became well respected for it, Vuitton ventured out on his own to open a shop on Rue Neuve des Capucines. It was here that he began to establish himself as a luggage maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had rounded tops to allow for water to run off but this did not allow for convenient stowage. Vuitton introduced a flat, yet waterproof, trunk that was easily stackable. The first of his trunks were outfitted with a grey canvas referred to as Trianon – it wouldn’t be until several decades later that the signature monogram would be introduced. With a burgeoning business, Vuitton moved his family and workplace to Asniere, where he employed twenty workers to craft his trunks. By 1900 he would have 100 employees, and in 1914 the company would more than double in size. After years of success, Vuitton began to experiment with the design of his luggage by introducing a new striped canvas pattern (1876) and later the still well-known Damier print (1888). The hand-painted patterns were developed to prevent counterfeits. Even in the late 1800s, Louis Vuitton was enough of a status symbol to warrant counterfeiting. In 1886, his son George invented and patented an ingenious locking system that made it impossible to pick the lock of their trunks. This lock is still used today. 1892 would prove to be a time of mourning for the family as Louis Vuitton passed...

Here is a beautiful and Rare Vintage Hermes Leather Suitcase. This handsome piece of luggage is in overall good condition for its age with wear...