Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Damier Canvas, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A classic and highly collectible Louis Vuitton steamer trunk dating to the late 19th / early 20th century, finished in the iconic damier canvas with contrasting japanned steel trim, ...
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Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1920
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A superb example of an early 20th-century Louis Vuitton hat trunk, finished in the world-famous LV monogram canvas. Complete with all its original interior trays, this unusually prop...
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LOUIS VUITTON Brown Denim Monogram Trunk Print Large Square Silk Scarf w/Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Thiensville, WI
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Denim Monogram Trunk Print Large Square Silk Scarf w/Box Brand / Manufacturer: Louis Vuitton Style: Square Scarf Color(s): Shades of brown, gold Lined: No Unmar...
Antique 20thC Special Order Louis Vuitton Trunk In Damier Canvas, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A rare and highly desirable special-order Louis Vuitton Damier trunk, dating to the early 20th century and retaining its original painted monogram comprising the initials "LCL" surmo...
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Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Hat Trunk In Damier Canvas, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An exceptionally rare Louis Vuitton hat trunk dating to the late nineteenth century, finished in the firm's iconic Damier canvas and representing an important example from the golden...
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Louis Vuitton Valisette Tresor Monogram Navy Blue Embossed Metallic Trunk Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition:Slight signs of wear, clean inside and out. Accessories: Shoulder strap,key,dust bag size: Width:22cm,height:12.5cm Designer:Louis Vuitton Model: Valisette Tresor Mono...
Louis Vuitton Men's XL Monogram Logo Swim Trunk Shorts Bathing Suit lmlv1028
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 20" Width: .5" Height: 10.5" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A) Size: XL Men's Signs of Wear: Leg Opening: 10" Exterior: Excellent In...
Louis Vuitton Boite Bijoux Monogram Jewelry Vanity Case Travel Trunk Hard Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
- Brown monogram exterior - Push lock closure - Velvet and leather removable tray with various sized partiotions - Comes with dust bag and two keys Condition: The jewelry b...
Louis Vuitton x Virgil Abloh Monogram Solar Ray Mini Soft Trunk Orange Chain Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Accessories: No Accessories size: Width:18cm,height:12.5cm Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Monogram Solar Ray Mini Soft Trunk M44480 Shoulder bag Exterior Material: Canvas Exte...
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1920
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An exquisite and complete Louis Vuitton trunk from the early part of the 20th century. An absolutely essential item for elite travellers of its time the trunk is adorned in the iconi...
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Antique 20thC Louis Vuitton "Malle Haute" Trunk In Damier Canvas, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A Damier “malle haute“ (tall trunk) by Louis Vuitton, early 20th century. This trunk was the must have item of any elite traveller. This trunk is covered in the world famous Damier (...
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LOUIS VUITTON Virgil Abloh 2019 Solar Ray Soft Trunk monogram crossbody bag
By Louis Vuitton, Virgil Abloh
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Virgil Abloh 2019 Solar Ray Soft Trunk monogram crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/E00776 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Virgil Abloh Model: Solar Ray Soft Trunk Collection...
Louis Vuitton Mini Trunk Sculpture – Louis Vuitton Decorative Box VIP Gift
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This very exclusive Louis Vuitton item was designed in winter 2025 for the campaign called " Le Voyage des Lumières". It is an ultra limited edition and was never sold in store as it...
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Louis Vuitton bisten trunk Travel Case/Overseas Suitcase, LV Monogram Hard Case'
Located in Berlin, DE
Louis Vuitton travel case/overseas case/suitcase, LV monogram, Trunk (hard case) This beautiful trunk (hard case) Louis Vuitton is in monogram canvas. This is the model Alzer. Th...
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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.
The Japanese artist is one of many creators with whom the French fashion house has partnered to impressive effect.
The late designer created an iridescent, irreverent take on the nearly century-old travel staple.
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.
The venerable brand has earned accolades (and gained new fans) for partnerships that meld fashion with art.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.