Louis Vuitton Vintage President Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Northampton, GB
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING The President Briefcase of traditional slimline rectangular shape wrapped in a sleek black canvas. The case with LV leather mounted handle and riveted mounts...
Canvas
Brown Louis Vuitton Monogram Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Brown Louis Vuitton Monogram Briefcase. This briefcase features a monogram coated canvas body, leather trim, gold-tone hardware, a single top handle, and a front flap closure. 14.75"...
Louis Vuitton LV Vintage President Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Northampton, GB
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Classic Monogram Pattern From our Boxes collection, we are delighted to offer this Vintage Louis Vuitton President Briefcase. The President Briefcase of tr...
Canvas
20th Century Louis Vuitton "President" Briefcase In Monogram Canvas, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A charming Louis Vuitton hard-sided case, late 20th century, the exterior finished in the famous monogram canvas with brass fittings. This beautiful example is in fantastic condition...
Brass
20thC Louis Vuitton Presidential Briefcase In Monogram Canvas, France c.1980
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A charming Louis Vuitton hard-sided case, late 20th century, the exterior finished in the famous monogram canvas with brass fittings. This beautiful example is in great condition, al...
Brass
20thC Louis Vuitton Presidential Briefcase In Orange Epi Leather, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Lovely late 20th century Louis Vuitton “President” briefcase finished in Epi leather.
Brass
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H 4.34 in W 17.72 in D 13.78 in
Rare Mid-Late 20th Century Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
A superb and rare Louis Vuitton Epi leather briefcase, with green leather interior. Mid-late 20th century and in well worn, but beautifully patinated condition. A gorgeous and ...
Leather
1980s Louis Vuitton Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Very elegant monogramm briefcase in perfect condition. Green interior. 1 key.
Louis Vuitton Soft Briefcase in Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A beautiful Louis Vuitton soft sided briefcase, the exterior finished in the iconic monogram canvas with brass fittings. This beautiful example of a briefcase comes with a soft leath...
Brass
Louis Vuitton Monogram Small Suitcase or Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This very nice Louis Vuitton small suitcase is perfect for paperwork or clothes. It features all solid brass lock and clasps as well as corners. Its lock is perfectly working and sti...
Brass
20th Century "Taiga" Leather Briefcase By Louis Vuitton, Paris
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Lovely late 20th century Louis Vuitton “Diplomat” briefcase finished in Taiga leather. The Louis Vuitton Taiga Leather line is produced from strictly chosen cowhide leather. It was i...
Brass
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H 15 in D 3 in L 11.5 in
Louis Vuitton Briefcase Monogram Canvas Travel Bag with Combination Lock Vintage
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned vintage Louis Vuitton Hardside Briefcase Monogram Canvas from the 80s. Lined in leatherette, with organizer section on inner top lid. Comes with its original com...
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H 4.73 in W 17.72 in D 13.78 in
20thC Louis Vuitton Presidential Briefcase In Green "Taiga" Leather, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Lovely late 20th century Louis Vuitton “President” briefcase finished in Taiga leather.
Brass
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H 4.34 in W 16.93 in D 13.39 in
Very Rare Louis Vuitton "Secret Service" Briefcase, Paris, circa 1980
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A Louis Vuitton “Secret Service" President briefcase. One of the most unusual cases Louis Vuitton ever made and almost certainly made in a very limited number, this briefcase has two...
Leather
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H 4.34 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in
Louis Vuitton 70s Briefcase Attaché-Case President", Cost price , Monogram
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Valladolid, ES
Magnificent briefcase "R 2662 Attaché-Case President", Louis Vuitton, 1970s-1980s Monogram, toile enduite, brass, handle in brown leather. A timeless model of President briefcase, ...
Brass
Louis Vuitton Cotteville 50 hard sided suitcase or briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Athens, GA
Louis Vuitton Cotteville 50 hard sided suitcase or briefcase. The little brother of the Alzer and Bisten, this case has generous room for all your essentials. Interior is like new an...
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H 5.91 in W 20.08 in D 14.97 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Briefcase Finished in Black Epi Leather, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A lovely late 20th century Louis Vuitton briefcase finished in black Epi leather. The Louis Vuitton Epi Leather line is produced from strictly chosen cowhide leather. It was introduc...
Brass
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H 4.34 in W 17.72 in D 13.78 in
20thC Louis Vuitton Presidential Briefcase In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A charming Louis Vuitton hard-sided case, late 20th century, the exterior finished in the famous monogram canvas with brass fittings. This beautiful example is in great condition, al...
Leather, Canvas
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H 4.53 in W 17.72 in D 13.78 in
20thC Louis Vuitton Presidential Briefcase In Monogram Canvas, France c.1980
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A charming Louis Vuitton hard-sided case, late 20th century, the exterior finished in the famous monogram canvas with brass fittings. This beautiful example is in great condition, al...
Brass
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H 4.5 in W 17.5 in D 14 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Mid 20th Century Briefcase France Circa 1975 -80
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
This vintage Louis Vuitton hard-side briefcase is a true collector's item, a symbol of both luxury and functionality. Crafted from the iconic monogram canvas and accented with fine l...
Brass
Louis Vuitton Green Taiga Leather President Attache Briefcase 1lvs1231
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Green Taiga Leather President Attache Briefcase 1lvs1231
Louis Vuitton Green Taiga Leather President Attache Briefcase 3lva121
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Green Taiga Leather President Attache Briefcase 3lva121
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H 12.5 in W 3.2 in L 16.2 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Grizzli Taiga Leather President Briefcase Attache14lk616s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: AAS44178 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16.2" Width: 3.2" Height: 12.5" Handle Drop: 2" OVERALL EXCELLENT minus CONDITION ( 8.5/10 or A- ) Signs...
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H 12.75 in W 3 in L 16.5 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram President Classeur Attache Trunk Briefcase 14lk712s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 842 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16.5" Width: 3" Height: 12.75" Handle Drop: 2.1" OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Lock no# 2 0 8 ...
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H 4.53 in W 17.72 in D 13.78 in
A 20th Century Louis Vuitton Briefcase Finished In Black Epi Leather, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A lovely late 20th century Louis Vuitton briefcase finished in black Epi leather.
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...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Porte-Documents Pegase Attache Briefcase Bag 862238
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Monogram Porte-Documents Pegase Attache Briefcase Bag 862238
Louis Vuitton Monogramm Briefcase
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This elegant classeur briefcase features monogramm canvas and a comfortable leather handle. Closed by a solid brass lock, it is accompanied by two crafted brass trunk latches. It has...
Louis Vuitton Luggage Hard Case Suitcase or Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Vintage Louis Vuitton Hard Case Suitcase Circa 1930. This wonderful piece features LV embossed leather trim around the entire border of the case, brass hardware, and 2 orig...
Canvas, Paint, Leather
Louis Vuitton Vintage Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Water Mill, NY
Louis Vuitton vintage briefcase with key.
Brass
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H 11.5 in W 8.5 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Men's Women's Carryall Laptop Travel Briefcase Clutch Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES Louis Vuitton Monogram Men's Women's Carryall Laptop Travel Briefcase Clutch Bag with Keys Monogram canvas Leather trim Gold tone hardware Slide lock closure Made...
Louis Vuitton Briefcase with Cowhide Inserts And Golden Hardware
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Briefcase signed Lous Vuitton, made of monogram canvas with cowhide inserts and golden hardware. Equipped with an interlocking closure, internally covered in brown leather. Equipped ...
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H 17.72 in W 13.78 in D 4.34 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Briefcase Classic Monogram Canvas '80s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Timeless briefcase by Louis Vuitton from '80s. Timeless model, timeless accesory, to who loves travelling and being always fashion, even during a business meeting. Entirely in leathe...
Leather
Louis Vuitton Cotteville 45 hard sided suitcase or briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Athens, GA
Louis Vuitton Cotteville 45 hard sided suitcase or briefcase. The little brother of the Alzer and Bisten, this case has generous room for all your essentials. Interior is like new an...
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.
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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.