$37,006
H 44.1 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1930
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
, both modern or traditional. A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born in 1821
Metal, Brass
$21,904
H 27.56 in W 36.23 in D 23.23 in
19th Century Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk In Striped Canvas, France c.1885
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had
Metal
$26,013
H 43.71 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1950
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had rounded tops to allow for
Brass
$22,475
H 4.34 in W 11.03 in D 5.71 in
Antique Rare 20thC Louis Vuitton "Malle Fleurs" Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
are one of the rarest of trunks in circulation. Gaston Louis Vuitton had a company policy whereby no
Brass
$38,338
H 22.45 in W 43.31 in D 22.45 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had rounded tops to allow for
Brass
$24,643
H 19.69 in W 39.77 in D 20.48 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Woven Canvas, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had rounded tops to allow for water to
Metal, Brass
$23,298
H 13.78 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1930
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
interior, both modern or traditional. A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born
Brass
$35,636
H 22.45 in W 40.16 in D 21.66 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
establish himself as a luggage maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk
Brass
$4,375
H 6.7 in W 25.99 in D 16.93 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Suitcase In Natural Cow Hide, France c.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
leather, and cow leather. A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born in 1821 to a
Brass
$20,556
H 20.87 in W 29.53 in D 17.72 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Woven Canvas, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
suitable for any interior, both modern or traditional. A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis
Metal, Brass
$37,006
H 19.3 in W 35.44 in D 20.08 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1930
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had
Brass
$28,781
H 25.2 in W 25.99 in D 24.81 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Woven Canvas, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had
Fabric, Canvas, Cedar
$32,208
H 22.05 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
design, both decorative and useful. A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born
Brass
$30,121
H 22.05 in W 35.44 in D 21.26 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
design, both decorative and useful. A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born
Leather, Canvas, Wood
$24,120
H 22.05 in W 34.26 in D 19.69 in
Antique 20thC Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk In Natural Cow Hide, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
of cow hide. These all-leather trunks were made by special order and Louis Vuitton used to take pride
Brass
$24,643
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
decorative and useful. A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born in 1821 to a
Brass
$21,219
H 13 in W 35.44 in D 21.66 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1920
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had
Brass
$37,006
H 22.45 in W 35.44 in D 21.26 in
Antique 19th Century Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk In Woven Canvas, France c.1896
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
luggage maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks
Brass
$31,523
H 27.96 in W 43.31 in D 24.02 in
Antique 20thC Louis Vuitton Malle Haute Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
or traditional. A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born in 1821 to a
Brass
$34,265
H 27.96 in W 43.31 in D 24.02 in
Antique 20thC Louis Vuitton Malle Haute Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
or traditional. A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born in 1821 to a
Brass
$35,599
H 27.56 in W 36.23 in D 23.63 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton "Malle Haute" Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1920
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
history as to the identity of the original owner. A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis
Brass
$23,298
H 27.56 in W 43.31 in D 23.63 in
Antique 20thC Louis Vuitton "Malle Haute" Trunk In Woven Canvas, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
, both modern or traditional. A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born in 1821
Brass
$34,265
H 22.45 in W 31.5 in D 20.08 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Monogram Canvas, Made In France c.1930
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had rounded tops to allow for water to
Brass
$1,501
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
Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had rounded tops to allow for water to run off but this did not
Brass
$12,318
H 9.06 in W 34.26 in D 16.54 in
Rare 20Th Century Louis Vuitton Car Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France C.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had
Brass
$31,523
H 27.96 in W 43.71 in D 24.02 in
Antique 20thC Louis Vuitton "Malle Haute" Trunk In Woven Canvas, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had rounded tops to allow for
Metal
$7,500
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Antique British Vellum 1920s Luxury Steamer Travel Trunk With Provenance
By Hartmann Trunk Company, Goyard, Louis Vuitton, Walker & Hall, Gucci
Located in Miami, FL
Outstanding British vellum steamer travel case, circa 1920s. This unique leather trunk belonged to
Leather, Fabric, Silk
$24,668
H 13.39 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1930
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had
Leather
$30,975
H 22.84 in W 35.44 in D 21.26 in
Antique 19th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Woven Canvas, France c.1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had rounded tops to allow for water to
Metal
$30,152
H 21.26 in W 24.02 in D 18.9 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Hat Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1910
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had rounded tops to allow for
Brass
Add a charming piece of travel history to your space. Antique and vintage trunks and luggage can make a statement as decorative accents and practical furnishings in nearly every room of your home.
There have been many types of trunks and luggage over the years, with availability of these wares broadening as train travel expanded during the 19th century. Antique steamer trunks — named for their use on steamships — mostly date from around 1880 to 1920. These pieces of luggage fit a steamship’s luggage size regulations and essentially doubled as wardrobes, ensuring that a traveler’s evening dresses and suits were kept wrinkle-free on a journey from city to city.
In 1858, French luxury brand Louis Vuitton introduced the world to the now-iconic Louis Vuitton trunks. During this early period of railroad travel, Louis Vuitton trunks solved common travel problems. Instead of the traditional round shape, these handcrafted rectangular trunks stored better on trains. To discourage burglars, the French craftsman and his son, Georges, also eventually patented a revolutionary sophisticated lock for the trunks. The famous LV monogram was first used in 1896 as part of an initiative by Georges to prevent counterfeiting of his coveted travel trunks.
Even if no longer used for travel, the vintage luggage is a popular item among collectors for its historical value and charm. At home, an old wood trunk is a durable storage solution as much as it is a versatile surface. It’s a coffee table in the living room of your farmhouse-style home or rustic loft apartment and a nightstand or blanket chest at the foot of your bed in your bedroom.
From Victorian trunks to Art Deco traveling jewelry cases, journey through history today with an extensive collection of antique trunk suitcases and vintage luggage on 1stDibs.