1880s Antique Louis Vuitton Trunk Damier Courier Steamer
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
This rare find is a true testament to the craftsmanship and enduring quality of Louis Vuitton. **Key Features:** **Era**: 1880s **Design**: Classic Damier pattern, a signature Lou...
$4,550
H 8.3 in D 6.7 in L 11.8 in
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Denim Patchwork Bandoulière Speedy Damier 30, 2019
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Denim Patchwork Bandoulière Speedy Damier 30, 2019.
Louis Vuitton Boston Bag Keepall Bandouliere 55 Damier Graphite MB 2150 France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Condition Pre-owned in excellent condition Only top handles are there Code # MB 2150 Louis Vuitton Keepall Bandouliere Style Name Keepall Bandouliere Department Women Style Weeke...
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H 18.51 in W 27.56 in D 16.54 in
Louis Vuitton Trunk in Checkered Pattern, Damier Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This beautiful Louis Vuitton trunk features the very rare and sought after checkered pattern canvas.
Brass
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H 13 in W 36.23 in D 20.08 in
Louis Vuitton Trunk in Checkered Pattern, Damier Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This beautiful Louis Vuitton trunk features the very rare and sought after checkered pattern canvas.
Brass
Louis Vuitton Shirt With Damier-Patterned Sequin Collar
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Shirt With Damier-Patterned Sequin Collar White cotton and silk blend shirt adorned with LV's signature Damier-patterned sequin collar in ivory and white.
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H 19.3 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Damier Pattern Steamer Trunk, circa 1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th Century genuine and superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk, large size, checked damier pattern canvas, metal bound, reinforced with wooden laths, metal handles to either end...
Metal
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H 19.69 in W 35.44 in D 19.69 in
Antique 19th Louis Vuitton Damier Pattern Courier, Steamer Trunk, circa 1890
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century genuine and superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk, large size, checked damier pattern canvas, brass bound, reinforced with wooden laths, brass handles to either end...
Leather
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H 19.69 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
Antique 19th century Louis Vuitton Damier Pattern Steamer Trunk, circa 1890
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Description: Antique 19th Century Louis Vuitton steamer trunk in the famous Damier canvas, circa 1890, restored to a polished metal finish and in very good condition, steel borders a...
Canvas, Wood
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H 22.25 in W 35.63 in D 20.87 in
Antique 19th Century Louis Vuitton Damier Pattern Haute Courier or Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century genuine and superb Louis Vuitton "haute courier" / steamer trunk, very large size, checked damier pattern canvas, leather bound, reinforced with wooden laths, br...
Brass
LOUIS VUITTON Damier Azur Speedy Berkeley
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
This wonderful day bag is crafted of signature azur damier Louis Vuitton patterned canvas with complimentary vachetta cowhide leather including corner plates and rolled leather adju...
Louis Vuitton Steel Bound Damier Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
A fine Damier pattern steel bound Louis Vuitton steamer trunk with blackened steel trim and handles.
LOUIS VUITTON Damier Geant Messenger Bag Black
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This chic messenger bag is crafted of super-sized giant damier patterned canvas with the Louis Vuitton name logo front and center.
Louis Vuitton Neverfull Damier Ebene PM Tote & Pochette
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This chic tote is crafted of classic Louis Vuitton damier patterned canvas with brown cowhide leather trim including strap handles.
Louis Vuitton Brown Damier Ebene Canvas Bandouliere Speedy 30
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
This stylish handbag is finely crafted of signature Louis Vuitton Damier patterned canvas in brown. The handbag features brown rolled leather top handles, an optional adjustable shou...
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H 20.87 in W 23.63 in D 18.51 in
Louis Vuitton Trunk in Checkered Pattern, 60 cm Damier Louis Vuitton Hat Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This beautiful Louis Vuitton trunk features the very rare and sought after checkered pattern canvas.
Brass
Antique Louis Vuitton Damier Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Doylestown, PA
Antique Louis Vuitton Damier pattern trunk, lock plate with Paris rue Scribe Address and London Strand Address; black enameled metal edges, iron handles and bottom, bronze corners, w...
Canvas
Louis Vuitton Damier sneaker
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Toronto, CA
Step out in style with these versatile Louis Vuitton Damier Sneakers, designed to cater to both men and women.
Louis Vuitton Midnight Blue Damier Pattern Wool & Cotton Knit Cardigan 4XL
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Winters and cardigans go hand in hand. Tailored from quality fabrics, this pretty cardigan features a catchy hue, a flattering sleeve-length, and a comfy fit.
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Eva Clutch
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Durable coated canvas in signature Louis Vuitton ebony and tobacco damier pattern.
Louis Vuitton Mallard Blue Damier Pattern Cotton Knit Reversible Track Top M
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Find great style and comfort while wearing this designer top. Tailored using the best fabrics, the Louis Vuitton creation has been given immense detail. Style it with a pair of jeans...
Rare Louis Vuitton Damier Checkerboard Pattern
Located in New York, NY
1920's LV trunk with rare Damier pattern recently re-released by Louis Vuitton.
Brass
LOUIS VUITTON Damier Vernis Cabaret Club Clutch Bag Purse
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Tampa, FL
It is done in lovely dark dark blue/green colored patent leather in the coveted Louis Vuitton Damier pattern with elegant silver tone hardware and chain shoulder strap.
DUPLICATE LOUIS VUITTON Damier Vernis Ange Noir PM Bag Purse
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Tampa, FL
It is done in lovely teal colored patent leather in the coveted Louis Vuitton Damier pattern with elegant silver tone hardware and shoulder strap.
BRAND NEW / Stunning Louis Vuitton Plaid grey and black in Wool & Cachmere
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
Details 180 x 140 cm (Length x Height) 180 x 200 cm (Length x Height) Damier Graphite 90% wool, 10% cashmere Continuous jacquard weaving Damier oversize pattern Seams Signature Louis...
Louis Vuitton Damier Courier Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Double Bay, NSW
Finished in the iconic Damier pattern from Louis Vuitton this incredible trunk would make a perfectly sized coffee table.
Brass
20th Century Louis Vuitton Damier Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Madrid, ES
Produced by Louis Vuitton. Damier pattern canvas. Brass handles.
Leather, Canvas, Wood
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
Fendi Cappotto Reversibile in Visone Golden, Nuovo con Cartellino
By Fendi
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Un capolavoro assoluto della pellicceria italiana firmato Fendi, questo magnifico cappotto in visone golden rappresenta una delle creazioni più ricercate e rare della Maison. Un mode...
S/S 1996 Dolce & Gabbana Brown Silk Taffeta Collared Pocket Mini Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This brown silk taffeta mini dress by Dolce & Gabbana is from the Spring/Summer 1996 collection. Variations of this dress debuted on the runway, modeled by Karen Mulder and Eva Herze...
S/S 2003 Dolce & Gabbana Runway Ad Lace-Up Satin Bodycon Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Spring/Summer 2003 'Sex & Love' collection, this Dolce & Gabbana dress opened the season's runway as look 1, modeled by Gisele Bündchen. Highlighted in the season's ...
1960s Black Fringe Tassel Cocktail Dress
Located in University City, MO
1960s Black fringe tassel cocktail dress The chic retro cocktail dress is designed with contiguous stationary fringe that covers the bodice and back side The midsection is dis...
Emerald and Diamond Drop Necklace
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful emerald and diamond necklace with an very important look. 12.05 carats of fine green emeralds. 28.04 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds. 18k white gold The de...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas 2011 Navy Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Gown 42
By Emilio Pucci, Peter Dundas
Located in Switzerland, CH
ABSOLUTELY INSANE EMILIO PUCCI MIDNIGHT BLUE CROCHET KNIT CUTOUT GOWN DESIGNED BY PETER DUNDAS SOLD OUT IMMEDIATELY WORN BY TOPMODELS AS CLAUDIA SCHIFFER, MIRANDA KERR AND MANY OT...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
Dolce and Gabbana 2004 White Beaded Rhinestones Flapper Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare 2004 Dolce and Gabbana White Spaghetti Strap Beaded Rhinestones Dress with tassel beads. Flapper Dress. Perfect for Holiday cocktail Party. Measurement: Bust : 34” / Waist 28...
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Comedie Carrousel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
This LOUIS VUITTON Carrousel is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Louis Vuitton Dust Bag, Lock, Keys, Clochette, Care Booklet, Tag, Bag Shaper. Circa 2010. Primarily ma...
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
Chanel Lurex Linen Mini Tote
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Mini Tote in lurex linen with gold leather lining. Linen is metallic gold with over quilting with signature chain handles. Charming miniature shopping bag size with logo clasp...
$5,197
Size: FR 34 - IT 38 - UK 6 - US 2
Alexander McQueen metallic tweed high collar skirt suit, fw 2004
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen metallic tweed skirt suit. Structured jacket with high turn-over collar, front zip fastening, silk lining and Chanel style chain on the hem. Sold with matching knee...
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.
Diamonds and sapphires still played a starring role, but less popular stones popped up too.
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.
From Chanel to YSL, the logos of some legacy fashion houses spark instant brand recognition and have come to symbolize a kind of luxury that feels at once aspirational and attainable.
1stDibs dealers discuss the challenges of this unprecedented time, and the signs of hope.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.