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A 2006 Louis Vuitton Antigua Cabas Gm Brown Cotton Tote Bag
A 2006 Louis Vuitton Antigua Cabas Gm Brown Cotton Tote Bag

A 2006 Louis Vuitton Antigua Cabas Gm Brown Cotton Tote Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This authentic 2006 Louis Vuitton Antigua Cabas GM tote bag features a durable brown cotton canvas body beautifully contrasted by mustard-yellow canvas straps with yellow topstitchin...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

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Louis Vuitton Antigua Cabas Brun Canvas Inventeur Tote Bag
Louis Vuitton Antigua Cabas Brun Canvas Inventeur Tote Bag

Louis Vuitton Antigua Cabas Brun Canvas Inventeur Tote Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Tampa, FL

This is an authentic Louis Vuitton Antigua Cabas tote. Done in rich brown canvas with contrasting light olive green canvas handles that run the length of the bag, this tote is both c...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Louis Vuitton Brown Pochette Antigua Plate Pm 868394 Cosmetic Bag
Louis Vuitton Brown Pochette Antigua Plate Pm 868394 Cosmetic Bag

Louis Vuitton Brown Pochette Antigua Plate Pm 868394 Cosmetic Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 20 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 5.90 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 15 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 0.39 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 1 cm(approx) C...

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20th Century French Cosmetic Bags

Louis Vuitton Rouge Toile Antigua Besace  868293 Red Canvas Shoulder Bag
Louis Vuitton Rouge Toile Antigua Besace  868293 Red Canvas Shoulder Bag

Louis Vuitton Rouge Toile Antigua Besace 868293 Red Canvas Shoulder Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 11.0 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 28 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 8.66 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 22 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.93 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 10 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century French Structured Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton Antigua Besace Pm Messenger 231474 White Canvas Shoulder Bag
Louis Vuitton Antigua Besace Pm Messenger 231474 White Canvas Shoulder Bag

Louis Vuitton Antigua Besace Pm Messenger 231474 White Canvas Shoulder Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: FL0085 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 4" Height: 10" Shoulder strap drop: 12"- 22" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Retail $910 Signs ...

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20th Century French Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton Rabat Sac Antigua Besace Flap 868304 Brown Canvas Shoulder Bag
Louis Vuitton Rabat Sac Antigua Besace Flap 868304 Brown Canvas Shoulder Bag

Louis Vuitton Rabat Sac Antigua Besace Flap 868304 Brown Canvas Shoulder Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 9.44 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 24 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 6.29 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 16 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 2.75 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 7 cm(approx) S...

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20th Century French Structured Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton Dark Khaki Antigua Besace Pm 231327 Brown Canvas Shoulder Bag
Louis Vuitton Dark Khaki Antigua Besace Pm 231327 Brown Canvas Shoulder Bag

Louis Vuitton Dark Khaki Antigua Besace Pm 231327 Brown Canvas Shoulder Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: MI0016 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 9" Width: 2.5" Height: 7" Shoulder strap drop: 7.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior...

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20th Century French Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Antigua Besace Pm 232868 Beige Canvas Shoulder Bag
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Antigua Besace Pm 232868 Beige Canvas Shoulder Bag

Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Antigua Besace Pm 232868 Beige Canvas Shoulder Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: FL0055 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 11.5" Width: 4" Height: 9" Shoulder strap drop: 11"- 22" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Retail $810 Signs ...

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20th Century French Structured Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton Sac Rabat Chocolate Brown Antigua Canvas Handbag
Louis Vuitton Sac Rabat Chocolate Brown Antigua Canvas Handbag

Louis Vuitton Sac Rabat Chocolate Brown Antigua Canvas Handbag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

Louis Vuitton Sac Rabat Toile Antigua hand bag. It is secured with flap and 2 magnetic closures.

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Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Sac  (Limited) Ultra Rare Lv Cup Antigua 868996 Weekend/Travel Bag
Louis Vuitton Sac  (Limited) Ultra Rare Lv Cup Antigua 868996 Weekend/Travel Bag

Louis Vuitton Sac (Limited) Ultra Rare Lv Cup Antigua 868996 Weekend/Travel Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 14.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 38 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 20 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century French Luggage and Travel Bags

Louis Vuitton Hot Pink Antigua Pouch Bag 232185
Louis Vuitton Hot Pink Antigua Pouch Bag 232185

Louis Vuitton Hot Pink Antigua Pouch Bag 232185

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: SP1025 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 8" Width: 1" Height: 5.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Litt...

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20th Century Cosmetic Bags

2000s Louis Vuitton Cabas PM Navy Striped Antigua Bag
2000s Louis Vuitton Cabas PM Navy Striped Antigua Bag

2000s Louis Vuitton Cabas PM Navy Striped Antigua Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Capri, IT

2000s Louis Vuitton Cabas pm navy striped antigua bag still with tags.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Louis Vuitton Vintage Cabas MM Antigua Tote Bag Handbag M40086
Louis Vuitton Vintage Cabas MM Antigua Tote Bag Handbag M40086

Louis Vuitton Vintage Cabas MM Antigua Tote Bag Handbag M40086

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Rome, Rome

A refined example of Louis Vuitton's early 2000s craftsmanship, the Vintage Cabas MM Antigua Tote Bag (M40086) combines classic elegance with practical design.

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Early 2000s French Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Azul Blue Canvas Antigua GM Tote Shopping Bag
Louis Vuitton Azul Blue Canvas Antigua GM Tote Shopping Bag

Louis Vuitton Azul Blue Canvas Antigua GM Tote Shopping Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Rome, Rome

Step into the relaxed elegance of the early 2000s with this Louis Vuitton Azul Blue Canvas Antigua GM Tote. As the first Louis Vuitton line crafted entirely from canvas, the Antigua ...

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Early 2000s French Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Red Cabas MM Antigua Tote Bag Handbag M40034
Louis Vuitton Red Cabas MM Antigua Tote Bag Handbag M40034

Louis Vuitton Red Cabas MM Antigua Tote Bag Handbag M40034

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Rome, Rome

Elegant Louis Vuitton ANTIGUA Tote. The bag is crafted of red canvas with magenta trim and handles.

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Early 2000s French Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Ivory and Brown Canvas Antigua MM Tote Bag
Louis Vuitton Ivory and Brown Canvas Antigua MM Tote Bag

Louis Vuitton Ivory and Brown Canvas Antigua MM Tote Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Rome, Rome

Elegant Louis Vuitton ANTIGUA MM Tote in Ivory canvas with brown trim and handles.

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Early 2000s French Tote Bags

Louis vuitton Blue Antigua Canvas Pochette Plate Cosmetic Bag 11l520
Louis vuitton Blue Antigua Canvas Pochette Plate Cosmetic Bag 11l520

Louis vuitton Blue Antigua Canvas Pochette Plate Cosmetic Bag 11l520

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: SP1015 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 8" Width: 1" Height: 5.75" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Bag, Dust Bag, Blank Card wi...

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20th Century Cosmetic Bags

Louis Vuitton Brown x Ivory Cabas Antigua MM Tote Bag 74lz422s
Louis Vuitton Brown x Ivory Cabas Antigua MM Tote Bag 74lz422s

Louis Vuitton Brown x Ivory Cabas Antigua MM Tote Bag 74lz422s

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dix hills, NY

Louis Vuitton Brown x Ivory Cabas Antigua MM Tote Bag 74lz422s Date Code/Serial Number: SP1005 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14" Width: 4" Height: 11" Shoulder Handle Drop...

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton White x Brown Antigua Cabas MM Tote Bag 669lvs618
Louis Vuitton White x Brown Antigua Cabas MM Tote Bag 669lvs618

Louis Vuitton White x Brown Antigua Cabas MM Tote Bag 669lvs618

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: SP0085 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14" Width: 3.5" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 8.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Ac...

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20th Century Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton White x Brown Cabas Antigua GM Tote Bag 862065
Louis Vuitton White x Brown Cabas Antigua GM Tote Bag 862065

Louis Vuitton White x Brown Cabas Antigua GM Tote Bag 862065

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dix hills, NY

GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Noticeable stain partially Minor dullness on the whole parts (Outside) Noticeable stain on the edge of the bottom Minor rub par...

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20th Century Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Off White and Brown Canvas Antigua PM Tote Bag Handbag
Louis Vuitton Off White and Brown Canvas Antigua PM Tote Bag Handbag

Louis Vuitton Off White and Brown Canvas Antigua PM Tote Bag Handbag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Rome, Rome

Embrace a piece of Louis Vuitton history with this charming Antigua PM Tote Bag, a standout model from the 2000-2009 era.

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

LOUIS VUITTON Antigua Bag In Red Cotton Canvas
LOUIS VUITTON Antigua Bag In Red Cotton Canvas

LOUIS VUITTON Antigua Bag In Red Cotton Canvas

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H 11.82 in D 3.94 in L 11.03 in

LOUIS VUITTON Antigua Bag In Red Cotton Canvas

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Paris, FR

This Antigua bag from Maison Louis Vuitton is made of red cotton canvas.

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Early 2000s French Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton Pink Canvas Antigua PM Tote Bag Handbag
Louis Vuitton Pink Canvas Antigua PM Tote Bag Handbag

Louis Vuitton Pink Canvas Antigua PM Tote Bag Handbag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Rome, Rome

Louis Vuitton ANTIGUA PM handbag in pink canvas with red trim and handles.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Antigua Besace Messenger Bag Canvas
Louis Vuitton Antigua Besace Messenger Bag Canvas

Louis Vuitton Antigua Besace Messenger Bag Canvas

By Louis Vuitton

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Pins, Charms Measurements: Height 11", Width 11", Depth 4", Strap Drop 11-22" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Antigua Besace Messenger Bag Canvas Exterior Material: Canva...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Louis Vuitton Antigua Besace Messenger Bag Canvas
Louis Vuitton Antigua Besace Messenger Bag Canvas

Louis Vuitton Antigua Besace Messenger Bag Canvas

By Louis Vuitton

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 10", Width 11.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 11-22" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Antigua Besace Messenger Bag Canvas Exterior Material: C...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Louis Vuitton Cup Sac Antigua Duffle Bag Canvass
Louis Vuitton Cup Sac Antigua Duffle Bag Canvass

Louis Vuitton Cup Sac Antigua Duffle Bag Canvass

By Louis Vuitton

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Louis Vuitton Cup Sac Antigua Duffle Bag Canvass released only during the brand's yachting competition in 2005 is a hard-to-find piece perfect for light traveling.

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Rogue Canvas Antigua Besace PM Bag
Louis Vuitton Rogue Canvas Antigua Besace PM Bag

Louis Vuitton Rogue Canvas Antigua Besace PM Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Designer bags are ideal companions for ample occasions Here we have a fashion meets functionality piece crafted with precision. It has been equipped with a well sized interior that c...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton Rouge Toile Canvas Antigua Sac Weekend Bag
Louis Vuitton Rouge Toile Canvas Antigua Sac Weekend Bag

Louis Vuitton Rouge Toile Canvas Antigua Sac Weekend Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Perfect for conveniently housing your essentials in one place, this Louis Vuitton Antigua Sac Weekend bag is a worthy investment.

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Early 2000s French Luggage and Travel Bags

Louis Vuitton Red/Purple Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag
Louis Vuitton Red/Purple Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag

Louis Vuitton Red/Purple Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Flaunt this easy-to-carry Louis Vuitton Antigua Cabas bag on your next outing.

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2010s French Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Toile Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag
Louis Vuitton Toile Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag

Louis Vuitton Toile Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag

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H 8.67 in D 3.15 in L 9.45 in

Louis Vuitton Toile Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Antwerp, BE

Louis Vuitton Toile Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Clutches

Louis Vuitton Beige/Red Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag
Louis Vuitton Beige/Red Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag

Louis Vuitton Beige/Red Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This durable bag by Louis Vuitton is easy to carry and is a blend of style and functionality. Add a touch of glam to your look with this beige and red bag. Crafted with canvas, this ...

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Louis Vuitton Beige/Red Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag
Louis Vuitton Beige/Red Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag

Louis Vuitton Beige/Red Canvas Antigua Cabas PM Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This durable bag by Louis Vuitton is easy to carry and is a blend of style and functionality. Add a touch of glam to your look with this beige and red bag. Crafted with canvas, this ...

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2010s Italian Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Brown Olive Canvas Antigua Cabas GM Tote Bag
Louis Vuitton Brown Olive Canvas Antigua Cabas GM Tote Bag

Louis Vuitton Brown Olive Canvas Antigua Cabas GM Tote Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Irvine, CA

Louis Vuitton Brown Olive Canvas Antigua Cabas GM Tote Bag with canvas, gold-tone hardware, tan vachetta leather and round stud accents, stripe canvas lining, single interior slit po...

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20th Century Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Antigua Sac Limited Edition LV Cup Weekend Bag
Louis Vuitton Antigua Sac Limited Edition LV Cup Weekend Bag

Louis Vuitton Antigua Sac Limited Edition LV Cup Weekend Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Make a stunning appearance every time you carry this classic bag by Louis Vuitton. Attain an urban chic look when you pair this brown tote bag with your favorite outfit. Made from ca...

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton Cabas MM Beige x Red Antigua Canvas Hand Bag
Louis Vuitton Cabas MM Beige x Red Antigua Canvas Hand Bag

Louis Vuitton Cabas MM Beige x Red Antigua Canvas Hand Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

Louis Vuitton white antigua 2006 limited edition MM hand bag.

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Late 20th Century French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton White Canvas Inventeur Antigua Cabas PM Tote Hand Bag
Louis Vuitton White Canvas Inventeur Antigua Cabas PM Tote Hand Bag

Louis Vuitton White Canvas Inventeur Antigua Cabas PM Tote Hand Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

Louis Vuitton a limited edition Inventeur Antigua PM hand bag.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Cabas MM Beige x Red Antigua Canvas Hand Bag
Louis Vuitton Cabas MM Beige x Red Antigua Canvas Hand Bag

Louis Vuitton Cabas MM Beige x Red Antigua Canvas Hand Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

Louis Vuitton white antigua 2006 limited edition MM hand bag.

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Late 20th Century French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Cabas PM Red Antigua Canvas Hand Bag -  2006 Limited
Louis Vuitton Cabas PM Red Antigua Canvas Hand Bag -  2006 Limited

Louis Vuitton Cabas PM Red Antigua Canvas Hand Bag - 2006 Limited

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

This is Louis Vuitton red antigua 2006 limited edition MM hand bag.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Cabas MM Pink Antigua Canvas Hand Bag - 2006 Limited
Louis Vuitton Cabas MM Pink Antigua Canvas Hand Bag - 2006 Limited

Louis Vuitton Cabas MM Pink Antigua Canvas Hand Bag - 2006 Limited

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

Louis Vuitton pink antigua 2006 limited edition MM hand bag.

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Late 20th Century French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Cabas GM White Antigua Canvas Tote Bag-Limited Edition
Louis Vuitton Cabas GM White Antigua Canvas Tote Bag-Limited Edition

Louis Vuitton Cabas GM White Antigua Canvas Tote Bag-Limited Edition

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

This is Louis Vuitton antigua 2006 limited edition GM Tote bag.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Gold/Cream Canvas and Leather Antigua Theda PM Bag
Louis Vuitton Gold/Cream Canvas and Leather Antigua Theda PM Bag

Louis Vuitton Gold/Cream Canvas and Leather Antigua Theda PM Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Louis Vuitton's handbags are popular owing to their high style and functionality. The Theda has been crafted from canvas and leather, with a spacious interior to hold all your belong...

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton Sac Weekend LV Cup Chocolate Brown Antigua Canvas Hand Bag
Louis Vuitton Sac Weekend LV Cup Chocolate Brown Antigua Canvas Hand Bag

Louis Vuitton Sac Weekend LV Cup Chocolate Brown Antigua Canvas Hand Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

Louis Vuitton Cup Sac Weekend in Chocolate brown Antigua canvas.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Sac Rabat Toile Antigua Brown Canvas Handbag
Louis Vuitton Sac Rabat Toile Antigua Brown Canvas Handbag

Louis Vuitton Sac Rabat Toile Antigua Brown Canvas Handbag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

Louis Vuitton Sac Rabat Toile Antigua hand bag. It is secured with flap and 2 magnetic closures.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

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Louis Vuitton Antigua Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary louis vuitton antigua bag you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for an option in beige and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in pink, gray and more. Finding the perfect louis vuitton antigua bag may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Louis Vuitton Antigua Bag?

On average, a louis vuitton antigua bag on 1stDibs sells for $537, while they’re typically $392 on the low end and $749 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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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.

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An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.

Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bagBirkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”

From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.