$3,439
H 20.48 in W 17.72 in D 7.88 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer 45 Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A lovely Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in monogram canvas and natural tan leather, made in
Brass
$4,129
H 23.63 in W 25.6 in D 1.19 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer 65 Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A large Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in monogram canvas and natural tan leather, made in France
Brass
$3,439
H 23.63 in W 21.66 in D 10.63 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer 55 Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag covered monogram canvas and natural tan leather, serves as a
Brass
$3,439
H 18.12 in W 13.78 in D 7.88 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer 35 Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A lovely Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in monogram canvas and natural tan leather, made in
Brass
$3,577
H 18.51 in W 13.78 in D 7.49 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer 35 Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A lovely Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in monogram canvas and natural tan leather, made in
Brass
$1,509
H 12.21 in W 16.15 in D 1.97 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Document Case, Made In France c1990
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A late 20th Century Louis Vuitton document case, crafted in Epi leather with brass accents. Made in
Brass
Unavailable
H 6.75 in W 10.65 in D 5 in
Louis Vuitton - City Keepall Bag Trunk L'oeil Calf Leather Cream Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Sanford, FL
Louis Vuitton - City Keepall Bag Trunk L'oeil Calf Leather Cream Shoulder Bag Description * Cream
New-Louis Vuitton FW 2022 by Virgil Abloh- City Keepall in beige calf leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
City Keepall bag by Virgil Abloh is crafted from calf leather in shades reminiscent of 1920s and 1930s
New-Louis Vuitton FW 2022 by Virgil Abloh- City Keepall in beige calf leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
City Keepall bag by Virgil Abloh is crafted from calf leather in shades reminiscent of 1920s and 1930s
Unavailable
H 13 in W 21 in D 13 in
Vintage Le Must De Cartier Luggage Trunk Bag 1984 Burgundy Suede and Leather
By Cartier, Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
, Fendi, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Hermes. Experience the allure of Le Must de Cartier vintage Suede and
Metal
Louis Vuitton bag City Steamer Time Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
LOUIS VUITTON - (Made in France) Grey and black calfskin bag with yellow patent. Golden metal
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H 22.84 in W 25.6 in D 11.42 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer 65 Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A large Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in monogram canvas and natural tan leather, made in France
Brass
Sold
H 22.45 in W 17.72 in D 7.88 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag In Rolex Green Epi Leather Canvas, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A large Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in green Epi leather, made in France in the latter quarter
Brass
Sold
H 18.51 in W 13.78 in D 7.49 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer 35 Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A lovely Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in monogram canvas and natural tan leather, made in
Leather
Sold
H 16.54 in W 13.78 in D 7.49 in
A 20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A late-20th Century Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in monogram canvas and natural tan leather
Brass
Sold
H 22.05 in W 18.12 in D 8.67 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag In Epi Leather Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A large Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in black Epi leather, made in France in the latter quarter
Brass
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H 17.33 in W 13.78 in D 7.49 in
A 20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A late-20th Century Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in monogram canvas and natural tan leather
Brass
Sold
H 22.84 in W 25.6 in D 11.42 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer 65 Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag covered monogram canvas and natural tan leather, serves as a
Brass
Sold
H 20.48 in W 17.72 in D 7.88 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer 45 Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag covered monogram canvas and natural tan leather, serves as a
Brass
Sold
H 23.63 in W 21.66 in D 10.63 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A 20th Century Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag, crafted from monogram canvas and natural tan
Brass
Sold
H 24.81 in W 21.26 in D 10.63 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag In Epi Leather Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A large Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in Epi leather, made in France in the latter quarter of
Leather
Sold
H 17.33 in W 13.78 in D 7.49 in
A 20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A late-20th Century Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in monogram canvas and natural tan leather
Brass
Sold
H 22.84 in W 25.6 in D 11.42 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer 65 Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag covered monogram canvas and natural tan leather, serves as a
Brass
Louis Vuitton City Trunk Bag Wild Animal Print Canvas PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton City Trunk Bag Wild Animal Print Canvas PM is from the brands' Fall
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Canvas City Trunk PM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Indulge in timeless luxury with this Louis Vuitton bag. Meticulously crafted, this iconic piece
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H 10.5 in W 12.5 in D 5.5 in
Louis Vuitton City Steamer Handbag Limited Edition Time Trunk Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
10.5", Width 12.5", Depth 5.5", Strap Drop 14" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: City Steamer Handbag
$14,950 / item
H 33.08 in W 115.36 in D 61.82 in
1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills prevail. The item’s details allow it to be the perfect statement piece for any cont...
Velvet, Walnut
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
$34,850Sale Price|53% Off
H 38.63 in W 80 in D 59 in
A German 19th Century Louis XVI Style Burr Walnut Bechstein Concert Grand Piano
By Bechstein Piano Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Very Fine German 19th Century Louis XVI Style Burr Walnut Bechstein Concert Grand Piano, Serial No. 5655. The beautifully crafted Grand piano, raised on three tapered barrel shaped...
Bronze
Sold|$30,007
H 21.26 in W 29.93 in D 17.33 in
1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk, 70 cm Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Vuitton Hat Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk featuring stenciled canvas, all leather trim in deep chocolate color, solid brass Louis Vuitton stamped clasps, lock and studs, solid brass corners...
Brass
$64,000
H 29.25 in W 63 in D 23.5 in
19th Century Antique Marble Fountain Basin with Mythological Carvings
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique rectangular fountain basin or in the style of the late Hellenistic period with minor repairs. This garden ornament features impressive mythological carvings of the art mus...
Marble
$640Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 13.8 in W 8.7 in D 13 in
Gold Plated Flatware 24-piece set in a crystal glass Egg holder L’ambrosia.
Located in Glendale, CA
L'Ambrosia is a unique 24-piece cutlery set that comes in a crystal case, bringing elegance to any interior. The extraordinary design of this timeless set allows it to serve as the ...
Crystal, Stainless Steel
$6,361 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
Highclere Castle Jewellery Box
By LINLEY London
Located in London, GB
Over the years, British design company Linley has developed expertise in creating scaled versions of famous architectural buildings including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the R...
Maple
$4,801 / set
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 20.48 in
Set of 12 Lucite Pink and Chrome Plia Chairs, Piretti for Castelli, Italy 1970s
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Roma, IT
Set of 12 original and signed "Plia" pink lucite folding chairs. NOS (new old Stock) This fantastic set was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1967. PLIA, the symbol of a...
Steel, Chrome
French Caned King Bed
Located in Westwood, NJ
Featuring an ebonized, carved oak frame and an iconic Bonnet-style headboard, this bed radiates sophistication and elegance. The natural cane is meticulously woven on both sides of ...
Cane, Wood
$19,204
H 71.66 in W 82.68 in D 25.6 in
A corner sofa by J.M. Middelraad for H. Pander & Zn, circa 1900, The Netherlands
By H.Pander & Zonen
Located in Delft, NL
A corner sofa by J.M. Middelraad for H. Pander & Zn A corner sofa with fabric upholstery. The beautiful hand-carved details in Art Nouveau patterns and dragonflies, as well as on th...
Fabric, Palmwood
Oil on Canvas "Bullfighting" by Jose Gonzalez De La Pena (1887-1961)
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Early 20th Century oil painting on canvas titled "Bullfighting" by Jose Gonzalez De La Pena. Framed measurement 40 wide by 34 high, in original gilt and ebonized frame. José de l...
Canvas, Wood, Paint
$3,840
H 39.38 in W 29.53 in D 33.08 in
Stunning Henning Kjærnulf Style High Back Armchair of Solid Oak Denmark 1970s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Stunning Danish Henning Kjærnulf style high-backed farmers chair. Crafted by Danish skilled carpenter in the 1970s, reupholstered with new sheepskin and new rubber girths. The fram...
Oak, Sheepskin
$15,843
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 stamped LV solid brass locks, corners and studs. On the top is the leather handle, Lou...
Brass
'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios
By Tiffany Studios
Located in London, GB
‘Daffodil’ table lamp by Tiffany Studios American, c. 1910 Height 56cm, diameter 40cm Designed and hand-made by the artisans from the renowned Tiffany Studios (1902-1932), this ‘Daf...
Bronze, Lead
$95,950 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Chrysanthemum Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 255 pcs Fitted Chest
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Chrysanthemum (c1880) originally called Indian Chrysanthemum .Tiffany's luxurious Chrysanthemum silver was designed in 1880 by Charles Grosjean. With its flowing curves, swirling ve...
Sterling Silver
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.