1880s Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Courier Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk, a testament to the lavish journey of luxury travel dating back to the
1880s Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Courier Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk, a testament to the lavish journey of luxury travel dating back to the
$23,596
H 22.84 in W 33.47 in D 20.48 in
Checkers Louis Vuitton Trunk, 85 cm Damiers Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
this elegant Vuitton trunk. Its interior is all original and its quilting have been relined a while ago
Steel
$37,511
H 20.87 in W 34.26 in D 19.69 in
Louis Vuitton Courrier Trunk in Damier Canvas 90 cm, Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Vuitton trunk is one of the rarer Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered currently. Indeed , it
Brass
$15,972
H 27.56 in W 20.87 in D 9.06 in
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Shoe Trunk, Louis Vuitton Shoe Case, Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This trunk was a special order made in 2000's. It features checkers canvas, or damier ébène and
Brass
1880s Antique Louis Vuitton Trunk Damier Courier Steamer
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
An exquisite 1880s Louis Vuitton Damier Courier Trunk, a timeless piece that exudes elegance and
1880s Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk in Damier Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Discover the epitome of timeless luxury with this exquisite Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk, a rare gem
$23,596
H 20.87 in W 23.63 in D 18.51 in
Louis Vuitton Hat Trunk, Damier Canvas & Black Leather, France, 1920
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Produced by the world-renowned trunk maker Louis Vuitton, this exceptional piece is finished in the
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Louis Vuitton Speedy 25 Bandouliere Damier Ebene Time Trunk Brown Multicolor
By Louis Vuitton
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: EXCELLENT Light scratches to the hardware. Rubbing around the corners, handles. DETAILS: Louis Vuitton Speedy 25 Leather and canvas Leather handle and trim Width 26...
$11,550Sale Price|30% Off
H 20.4 in D 10.2 in L 31.4 in
New Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Alzer Damier Azur Rare Travel Trunk 80cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The special order trunk takes timeless creation to a new level of sophistication and charm. Made
$24,984
H 27.56 in W 43.31 in D 23.63 in
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
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Historic Louis Vuitton Steamer Damier Trunk 1889
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Haguenau, FR
Louis Vuitton Damier trunk high version (for lady, in general) This model was produced only
Louis Vuitton damier trunk c.1993
By Louis Vuitton
Located in LA FERTÉ-EN-OUCHE, FR
Superb Louis Vuitton trunk from 1893 covered with the first checkerboard fabric of the brand. The
Louis Vuitton Damier Steamer Trunk, circa 1905
Located in Aspen, CO
A Louis Vuitton Damier steamer trunk, circa 1905. The checkerboard pattern with steel bound
Leather, Canvas
Unavailable
H 21.66 in D 22.05 in L 39.77 in
Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk, Circa 1900's / Malle courrier damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Haguenau, FR
Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk, Circa 1900's Damier "yellow" period 19th. First kind
LOUIS VUITTON Damier Canvas Gold Leather Trunk Travel Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition Damier Canvas Leather Includes Keys W 17.7 x H 13.4 x D 5.5 " Handle
Louis Vuitton Hat Trunk with LS Initials
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Double Bay, NSW
An early example of a Louis Vuitton Hat Trunk covered in Damier canvas, which was created by Louis
Brass
Louis Vuitton Half Steamer Trunk in Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Louis Vuitton halft steamer trunk in damier in very good vintage condition. Exterior features pre
Brass
Louis Vuitton Damier Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare Louis Vuitton trunk. Damier checkered pattern canvas, typical from the end of the 19th
Brass
Antique Louis Vuitton Damier Trunk
Located in New Orleans, LA
trunk is the epitome of class and sophistication. Bearing the distinctively checked Damier pattern on
Louis Vuitton Trunk in Damier Canvas, 1910s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of Savineti we offer this very rare Louis Vuitton Damier Trunk: - Brand: Louis
Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, blackened steel trim and handles. Inside
Steel
Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This wonderful steamer trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, leather trim ,all brass
1900s Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, blackened steel trim and handles. Its
Steel
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
1890s Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, blackened steel trim, locks and handles
Steel
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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
1890s Damier Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, blackened steel trim and handles. Its
1890s Damier Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This beautiful steamer trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, blackened steel trim
Steel
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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
Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk. CIrca 1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Tarzana, CA
Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk. CIrca 1900 This trunk has been used by the British
1890s Antique Louis Vuitton Trunk Damier Courier Steamer
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
(1870s), the graphic "DAMIER CHECK" (1888) and finally, in the hands of his son Georges, the Monogram
Brass
Rare Louis Vuitton Trunk in Damier Canvas, circa 1890’s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bernville, PA
A rare Louis Vuitton Damier canvas trunk with leather trim and original brass fittings; circa 1890
Brass
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H 27.56 in W 43.31 in D 23.63 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton in Damier Canvas "Malle Haute" Trunk, Paris
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the rarest Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered, this "Malle haute" (tall trunk) is covered in
Brass
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H 27.56 in W 43.31 in D 23.63 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton in Damier Canvas "Malle Haute" Trunk, Paris
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the rarest Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered, this "malle haute" (tall trunk) is covered in
Brass
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H 13.5 in W 4.5 in L 17.5 in
Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite President Classeur Briefcase Trunk Attache 33lk721
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: AS0130 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 17.5" Width: 4.5" Height: 13.5" Handle Drop: 2.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs of We...
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H 28.35 in W 39.77 in D 22.84 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk in Damier Canvas, Paris, circa 1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the rarest Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered, this trunk is covered in the world famous
Brass
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H 22.84 in W 40.16 in L 22.84 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk in Damier Canvas, Paris, circa 1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the rarest Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered, this trunk is covered in the world famous
Canvas
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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
Metal
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H 21.66 in W 39.38 in L 21.66 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk in Damier Canvas, Paris, c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the rarest Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered, this trunk is covered in the world famous
Brass
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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
Leather
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H 27.56 in W 35.83 in D 23.23 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk in Damier Canvas, Paris, C.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the rarest Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered, this trunk is covered in the world famous
Brass
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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
Canvas, Wood
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H 20.4 in D 10.2 in L 31.4 in
New Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Alzer Damier Azur Rare Travel Trunk 80cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The special order trunk takes timeless creation to a new level of sophistication and charm. Made
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H 19.3 in D 8.6 in L 29.5 in
New Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Alzer Damier Azur Rare Travel Trunk 75cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The special order trunk takes timeless creation to a new level of sophistication and charm. Made
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H 19.5 in W 7 in L 24.5 in
Louis Vuitton XL Damier Ebene Nolitra GM Suitcase Luggage Soft Trunk 98lk33s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton XL Damier Ebene Nolitra GM Suitcase Luggage Soft Trunk 98lk33s Date Code/Serial
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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
Brass
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H 27.56 in W 43.31 in D 23.63 in
Antique 19th Century Louis Vuitton Damier Malle Haute Courier Trunk, circa 1890
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century genuine and superb Louis Vuitton "Malle Haute Courier" trunk, impressive size
Brass
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H 22.05 in W 33.86 in D 20.48 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Damier Canvas, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the rarest Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered, this trunk is covered in the world famous
Brass
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H 22.84 in W 31.5 in D 20.08 in
19th C.Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Courrier Steamer Trunk, White and Blue Stripe
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, blackened steel trim and handles. It
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H 27.56 in W 43.31 in D 24.41 in
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
Brass
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H 14.57 in W 25.99 in D 19.69 in
Rare 19th Century Louis Vuitton Shirt Trunk In Damier Canvas, France c.1895
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
damier (checkerboard) canvas. Known as the shirt trunk, it is a diminutive size and an extremely rare
Brass
LOUIS VUITTON c.2018 Damier Azur Summer Trunk Hawaii Toiletry Pouch 26 NWT
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Louis Vuitton
Located in Thiensville, WI
LOUIS VUITTON c.2018 Damier Azur Summer Trunk Hawaii Toiletry Pouch 26 - Limited Edition Brand
1880s Damier Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, blackened steel trim, locks and handles
Steel
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
Canvas
Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Astoria, NY
This regal French steamer trunk, produced by Louis Vuitton, circa 1889, comes in Damier pattern
Fabric, Canvas, Wood
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H 22.84 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
Louis Vuitton Courrier Trunk in Damier Canvas 100 cm, Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Vuitton trunk is one of the rarer Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered currently. Indeed , it
Brass
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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 19th Century Louis Vuitton Damier Cabin Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Very elegant Louis Vuitton trunk featuring the rare and sought after damier or checker, black steel
1880s Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk Finished in Damier Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
trunk's individual history but also add a vibrant touch to the classic Damier pattern. Adorning its
Louis Vuitton Damier 'Malle Courrier' Steamer Trunk, circa 1896
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
An excellent Louis Vuitton ‘Malle Courrier’ trunk finished in Damier pattern canvas with leather
Brass
Louis Vuitton Mini Trunk Damier Canvas Travel Jewelry Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This fabulous mini trunk was made by Louis Vuitton in 2004, but is new in box, never used. So hard
Late 19th Century Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Canvas Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dallas, TX
Vuitton steamer trunk displays the Damier Ebene canvas pattern from the late 1880's. The LV steamer trunk
Brass
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H 22.84 in W 38.19 in D 21.66 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Damier Canvas, Paris, circa 1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the rarest Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered, this trunk is covered in the world famous
Leather, Canvas
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H 20.4 in D 10.2 in L 31.4 in
New Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Alzer Damier Azur Rare Travel Trunk 80cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The special order trunk takes timeless creation to a new level of sophistication and charm. Made
Sold
H 19.3 in D 8.6 in L 29.5 in
New Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Alzer Damier Azur Rare Travel Trunk 75cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The special order trunk takes timeless creation to a new level of sophistication and charm. Made
Sold
H 18.5 in D 8.6 in L 27.5 in
New Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Alzer Damier Azur Rare Travel Trunk 70cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The special order trunk takes timeless creation to a new level of sophistication and charm. Made
Sold
H 19.3 in D 8.6 in L 29.5 in
New Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Alzer Damier Azur Rare Travel Trunk 75cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The special order trunk takes timeless creation to a new level of sophistication and charm. Made
$1,850
H 4 in W 6.5 in D 8 in
Wonderful French Doré Bronze Cherub Fluted Oval Crystal Gilt Ormolu Centerpiece
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful French dore´ bronze bow and swag footed Cherub Plaques centerpiece with fluted oval crystal insert. In the manner of Baccarat. Measures: 8" W x 6.5" W x 4" H.
Crystal, Bronze
$750 / item
H 11.8 in W 16.2 in D 4 in
Walt Disney Film Archives, the Animated Movies 1921-1968, Collector's Edition
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hardcover, 620 pages, 41.1 x 30 cm (16.2 x 11.8 in.) in clamshell box. With portfolio of 5 cel setups, 37.6 x 30 cm (14.8 x 11.8 in.) and 30 x 36.3 cm (11.8 x 14.3 in.), and 64-page ...
Other
$12,000
H 13 in W 9.5 in D 5.75 in
Tiffany Studios Bronze Desk Lamp on Circular Fluted Base, New York. Circa 1920
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Charleston, SC
Tiffany Studios bronze desk lamp with original iridescent shade, scrolled bulbous harp, and resting on circular fluted base with the original five ball feet. Shade is etched LCT on r...
Bronze, Wire
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2002 Safari Collection Leopard Silk Top F 38
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Leopard Silk Top Blouse Fr. size - 38 S/S 2002 Collection 100% Sheer Silk, Leopard Print, Front Zip Closure Attached Ruffled Tie, Long Raglan Sleeves....
$2,636Sale Price|20% Off
H 18.25 in W 20.25 in D 2 in
William Hart (American, 1823–1894) "Cattle at the Water's Edge" Oil On Canvas
By William Hart
Located in Atlanta, GA
"Cattle at the Water's Edge" Oil on Canvas with Board Backing William Hart (American, 1823–1894) 20.25" w x 18.25" h (Frame), 10.5" w x 8.375" h (canvas) This exquisite oil painti...
Canvas, Giltwood
$1,850
H 4 in W 4.63 in D 0.25 in
"Mowgli in the Jungle", Rare Bronze Art Deco Plaquette w/ Nude Male by Delamarre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This diminutive version of one of Raymond Delamarre's greatest sculptural works -- which depicts Mowgli (Rudyard Kipling's character) walking through the jungle accompanied by two li...
Bronze
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...
Globo Lucite and Nickel Fretwork Console
By Jonathan Adler
Located in New York, NY
Futuristic elegance. A polished nickel fretwork cradles a constellation of emerald Lucite cabochons. Topped with a generous slab of Carrara marble, our Globo fretwork console is peti...
Marble, Nickel
$2,650 / item
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Contemporary Chair in Brazilian Hardwood by Ricardo Graham Ferreira
By Ricardo Graham Ferreira
Located in Nova Friburgo, RJ
This contemporary chair is a three legged comfortable and elegant piece of fine crafted furniture, made in tropical Brazilian hardwood and natural fiber cord at the artist workshop. ...
Cord, Wood, Hardwood
$2,900
H 12 in W 15 in D 4.25 in
"The Aviator", Classic Art Deco Bronze Sculpture w/ Nude Male, after Focht
By Frederic Focht
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This dramatic, highly streamlined bronze with a nude male figure angled toward the sky illustrates a genre of Art Deco sculpture that was pioneered by Frederic Focht (this example is...
Bronze
FENDI Baguette white mirror embroidery
By Fendi
Located in Rubiera, RE
FENDI Baguette yellow pink green on white canvas vintage 90s Details in white leather The instructions emphasize: "This item is completely hand-embroidered. It is an artisanal produ...
Deco Nautilus and Conch Shell Lamp
Located in Riverdale, NY
Charming Art Deco Nautilus and Conch Shell Lamp from the 1940's with original bulb. 1940's USA.
Shell
Beautiful Art Deco Table by Rex for Louis Vuitton, Paris, 1930s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Art Deco table by Rex for Louis Vuitton, Paris, 1930s.
Iron
Spectacular Alexander McQueen Runway Gown Black Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
As if conjured from midnight sea-spray, this Spring/Summer 2012 Alexander McQueen gown unfurls like a dark bloom caught in motion. The bodice - sculpted close to the torso -disappear...
$62,479
H 7.09 in W 20.48 in D 13.39 in
One-Off Winsor & Newton Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Sterling Silver 1977 Artist Box
By Windsor & Newton
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely one of a kind Winsor & Newton 1977 Queen Elizabeth Jubilee presentation with sterling silver plaques and boxes Calamander wood Artist b...
Crystal, Sterling Silver
$451,238
H 70.87 in W 125.99 in D 2.17 in
Giant Crocodile Fossil Wall Plate, Germany. 180 Million Years Old.
Located in London, GB
This outstanding fossilised skeleton is that of the ancestral crocodile species Steneosaurus bollensis that lived during the early Jurassic period. The skeleton, complete with armour...
Other
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.