Shoe trunk
By Goyard
Located in Paris, FR
interior for three pairs of felt shoes.
Late 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Shoe trunk
By Goyard
Located in Paris, FR
interior for three pairs of felt shoes.
Brass
20th Century Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, France c.1930
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A magnificent and exceptionally rare Louis Vuitton shoe trunk, adorned with stencilled monogram
Brass
$15,981
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
$55,537
H 24.02 in W 51.38 in D 21.66 in
1 OF 1 HERMES PARIS JOHN LOBB EXTRA LARGE SHOE TRUNK HAND DYED LEATHER PANELs
By John Lobb, Hermès
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Hermes Paris for John Lobb shoe trunk and care kit with original accessories plus countless extras
Leather, Beech
Vintage Leather Shoe Travel Trunk England, ca. 1900–1920
Located in Kastrup, DK
English vintage travel trunk in cognac-coloured leather, originally made as a shoe trunk with fixed
Brass
$1,402
H 9.65 in W 19.69 in D 25.2 in
Vintage Shoe Travelling Case, Salesman's, Collector's, Travel Trunk, Globite
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage shoe travelling case. An Australian, salesman’s or collectors travel trunk by
Leather
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, circa 1940
Located in Aspen, CO
Louis Vuitton, 70, Champs-Elysees Paris. This original Louis Vuitton shoe trunk was made in L.V
Brass
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, circa 1925
Located in Aspen, CO
A Louis Vuitton Lily Pons Shoe Trunk, circa 1925 in L.V. monogrammed canvas. The trunk is complete
Leather, Canvas
Unavailable
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dover, DE
Excellent condition
Louis Vuitton Shoes Trunk c.1940
By Louis Vuitton
Located in LA FERTÉ-EN-OUCHE, FR
Superb and rare Alzer Louis Vuitton trunk covered with a canvas coated with a stencil monogram and
Louis Vuitton Shoe Secretaire, circa 1920
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
A Louis Vuitton "Lily Pons" Shoe Secretaire trunk, circa 1920. This stunning piece comes with
Brass
Louis Vuitton leather trunk 1940 / malle armoire
Located in Haguenau, FR
can open Right 6 drawers, a wardrobe and left the suitcase for shoes The trunk has been
Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Leather Trunk 8 Trays 1909-1914
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Haguenau, FR
storage) - In trunk shoe (minimum 2 pairs per drawer and more) - In trunk jewelry - In trunk clothes
Goyard Shoe Trunk
Located in London, GB
A lovely Goyard shoe trunk in good condition with leather handles and brass fittings. The interior
Hermes Shoe Trunk for John Lobb
By Rena Dumas, Hermès, John Lobb
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This spectacular shoe trunk was made by Hermes and John Lobb in 1990's. It is in beech wood and all
Leather, Beech
Rare Vintage Aux Etats Unis Paris Shoe Trunk
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very rare vintage shoe trunk by Aux Etats Unis ~Paris~. Makers label inside. Contains its
1920s Very Small Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This very pretty Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features stenciled canvas monogramm, brass locks, corners
Brass
Goyard Shoe Trunk, Circa 1900
By Goyard
Located in London, GB
A splendid shoe trunk by Goyard with chevron pattern canvas covering, leather handles & trim, and
Brass
Louis Vuitton LV Monogram Shoe Trunk, circa 1915
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
A lovely Louis Vuitton shoe trunk in LV Monogram painted canvas. With brass fittings and lozine
Brass
Sold
H 19.25 in W 36 in D 15.25 in
Delightful Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk with Striped Livery, circa 1935
Located in London, GB
A wonderful Louis Vuitton monogram canvas shoe trunk with lozine trim, leather handles and yellow
1900s Louis Vuitton Monogram Shoe Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
The 1900s Louis Vuitton Monogram Shoe Trunk is a stunning testament to an era when travel and
1900s Louis Vuitton Monogram Shoe Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
The 1900s Louis Vuitton Monogram Shoe Trunk is a stunning testament to an era when travel and
20th Century Rare Goyard Chevron Canvas Shoe Trunk, circa 1900
By Goyard
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A very rare Goyard shoe trunk dating to the early part of the 20th century, circa 1900-1910. Over
Canvas
Sold
H 12.6 in W 12.6 in D 28.35 in
Antique 20th Century Rare Goyard Chevron Canvas Shoe Trunk, circa 1910
By Goyard
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A very rare Goyard shoe trunk dating to the early 20th century. Over recent years the brand has
Leather
1930s Goyard Shoe Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This trunk features the famous "chevrons" canvas as well as brass corners, Goyard stamped brass
1930s Goyard Shoe Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This trunk features the famous "chevrons" canvas as well as all solid brass corners, Goyard stamped
Brass
1920s Vellum Shoe Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This vellum hatbox is a nice piece of luggage that can give a distinctive touch in a very elegant interior.It has got a very nice patina and has kept its original gorgeous interio...
Leather
Sold
H 12.6 in W 28.35 in D 13.39 in
Antique 20th Century Rare Goyard Chevron Canvas Shoe Trunk, circa 1900
By Goyard
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A very rare Goyard shoe trunk dating to the early part of the 20th century, circa 1900-1910. Over
Canvas
Sold
H 23.23 in W 31.89 in D 14.18 in
1890s Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features the very sought after woven canvas monogram
Brass
Sold
H 15.36 in W 29.53 in D 15.75 in
1910s Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features stenciled canvas monogramm, Louis Vuitton
Brass
Sold
H 15.75 in W 29.93 in D 15.75 in
Orange Louis Vuitton Trunk, Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features the very sought after orange canvas , Louis
Brass
Sold
H 13.5 in W 9.5 in L 17.5 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Sac Sport Shoe Trunk Duffle Upcycle Ready 46lk41
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Monogram Sac Sport Shoe Trunk Duffle Upcycle Ready 46lk41 Made In: France
Sold
H 21.26 in W 24.02 in D 14.97 in
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features stenciled canvas monogram, Louis Vuitton stamped
Brass
Sold
H 14.18 in W 25.6 in D 14.97 in
1930's Shoe Trunk in Brown Canvas, Au Touriste Trunk, Steamer Trunk
By Au Touriste, Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent shoe trunk features the very unusual and original "au touriste" motifs canvas
Brass
Sold
H 15.75 in W 29.93 in D 15.75 in
Antique 20th Century Rare Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, France, circa 1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th century beautiful and very rare shoe trunk by Louis Vuitton, with vibrant monogram
Canvas
Sold
H 14 in W 9.75 in
Louis Vuitton Discontinued Monogram Sac Sport Duffle with Shoe Trunk Base 113lv5
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Discontinued Monogram Sac Sport Duffle with Shoe Trunk Base 113lv56 Made In: France
Sold
H 20.08 in W 35.44 in D 15.75 in
Antique 20th Century Large Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, France, circa 1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th century beautiful and very rare shoe trunk by Louis Vuitton, with vibrant monogram
Canvas
Sold
H 13.78 in W 30.71 in D 13.39 in
1930's Goyard Shoe Trunk in Red Canvas, Goyard Trunk, Goyard Steamer Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Goyard shoe trunk features the very unusual burgundy red canvas, Goyard stamped
Brass
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H 19.69 in W 36.23 in D 14.97 in
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Vuitton Trunk, 90 cm Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features stenciled canvas monogram, Louis Vuitton stamped
Brass
Sold
H 19.69 in W 35.44 in D 15.75 in
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Vuitton Trunk, 90 cm Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features stenciled canvas monogram, Louis Vuitton stamped
Brass
Sold
H 19.69 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Vuitton Trunk, 60 cm Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features hand painted stenciled canvas monogram, Louis
Brass
Sold
H 19.69 in W 24.02 in D 15.36 in
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 60 cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features stenciled canvas monogram, Louis Vuitton stamped
Brass
Sold
H 15.75 in W 23.63 in D 13 in
1930's Vellum Train Case, Jewelry Case or Shoe Trunk, Vellum Steamer Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. Was it a shoe trunk, a jewelry trunk or a plain and elegant train case? Hard to say... Anyway it is
Leather
Sold
H 20.08 in W 35.83 in D 14.57 in
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, 90 cm Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features stenciled canvas monogram, Louis Vuitton stamped
Brass
Sold
H 20.08 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Leather Louis Vuitton Trunk, Vuitton Shoe Trunk, 60 cm Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features the very sought all leather finish.Its leather
Brass
20th Century Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, France c.1930
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A magnificent and exceptionally rare Louis Vuitton shoe trunk, adorned with stencilled monogram
Brass
Louis Vuitton Monogram Shoe Trunk, circa 1905
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
A stunning Louis Vuitton trunk circa 1905 with LV monogram pattern canvas, leather trim, polished
Brass
Sold
H 22.05 in W 30.32 in D 16.15 in
Moynat Shoe Trunk, Moynat Trunk, 77 cm Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Checkers
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Moynat shoe trunk features checkers canvas, top quality Moynat stamped solid brass
Brass
Sold
H 20.48 in W 18.51 in D 13.78 in
Small Louis Vuitton Checkers Steamer Trunk, Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Vuitton trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This lovely little Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features the very sought after checkers canvas
Brass
Sold
H 24.02 in W 20.48 in D 8.08 in
Louis Vuitton Monogramm Shoe Trunk, Louis Vuitton Shoe Case, Louis Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This trunk was a special order made in 1980s. It features monogram canvas, stamped LV solid brass
Brass
Sold
H 19.3 in W 23.63 in D 15.36 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk In Natural Cow Hide, France c.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A very rare shoe trunk by Louis Vuitton dating to the early part of the 20th century (circa 1900
Brass
Sold
H 13.5 in W 9.5 in L 17.5 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Sac Sport Shoe Trunk Duffle Upcycle Ready 19L118
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 17.5" Width: 9.5" Height: 13.5" Handle Drop: 4.5" OVERALL FAIR CONDITION ( 6/10 or C ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor Marks, ...
Sold
H 13.5 in W 9.5 in L 17.5 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Sac Sport Shoe Trunk Duffle Upcycle Ready 6L524s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 17.5" Width: 9.5" Height: 13.5" Handle Drop: 4.5" OVERALL FAIR CONDITION ( 6/10 or C ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor Marks, B...
Large Antique Trunk for Shoes
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Large leather traveling trunk An unusual leather trunk for the storage of shoes, painted to the
Leather
Sold
H 19.69 in W 35.44 in D 15.36 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Monogram Large Shoe Steamer Trunk, circa 1930
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early-20th Century genuine and very rare Louis Vuitton shoe steamer trunk, large size
Sold
H 14.38 in W 36.23 in D 14.38 in
Antique 20th Century Rare Goyard Canvas Large Shoe Steamer Trunk, circa 1920
By Goyard
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early-20th Century genuine and rare Goyard shoe steamer trunk, large size, Goyard signature
Canvas, Leather
Rare Malles Goyard Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Montreal, QC
for shoes. The rest of the trunk is open and lined in pink oilcloth. It opens like a door hinged at
Leather, Linen, Wood
Louis Vuitton Gemine Travel Shoe Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Hope, ON
This beautifully kept Gemine Louis Vuitton eight pair shoe case trunk in iconic monogram canvas. It
Rare 30 Pr. Vintage Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk
Located in Water Mill, NY
Rare Louis Vuitton Vintage Thirty pair Shoe Trunk
Brass
Splendid Goyard Ainé Steamer Shoe Trunk, circa 1910s
By Goyard
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
A splendid E. Goyard Aîné shoe trunk in chevron canvas with a massive brass lock and hasp and
Brass
Sold
H 19.69 in W 35.44 in D 15.75 in
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features stenciled canvas monogram, Louis Vuitton stamped
Brass
Sold
H 15.36 in W 29.93 in D 15.75 in
Orange Louis Vuitton Trunk, Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features the very sought after orange canvas , Louis
Brass
1920s Small Beige Vellum Steamer Trunk by Drew and Son Picadilly
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
its interior,it is very unusual because it is a hat trunk as well as a shoe trunk.Indeed,under the lid
Leather
$3,268 / item
H 47.25 in W 24.22 in D 3.94 in
Floor Mirror 'TRN Triple' by Pani Jurek, Wood '+ colors'
By Pani Jurek
Located in Paris, IDF
TRN Triple Floor mirror Signed by Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 120 x 61.5 x10 Materials: Solid ashwood, hand stained Colors: Red, blue, green and natural ______________________________...
Wood
$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
Gorgeous Cast Stone Italian Statue
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Well detailed cast Vicenza stone garden statue of a young lady standing in robes and holding a basket of fruit, head slightly turned to the right; naturally weathered finish.
$6,475 / set
H 23 in W 8 in D 9 in
Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Iridescent Smoked Emerald Fluted Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
This dazzling pair of modernist Murano glass sconces showcases the finest in Venetian glass artistry, rendered in Italy during the 21st Century. Each sconce is meticulously hand-blow...
Brass
A Spanish Wrought Iron Archive Chest, 18th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Spanish Wrought Iron Archive Chest, 18th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection. Dimensions: Height: 26cm. Width: 62cm. Depth: 30cm.
Wrought Iron
$3,480
H 30.71 in W 59.85 in D 29.14 in
1920s Baroque Style Writing Desk / Table in Solid Oak, By a Danish Cabinetmaker
Located in Odense, DK
A beautifully proportioned Danish writing desk / table from the 1920s, crafted entirely in solid oak with a warm, aged patina. The table features a finely shaped tabletop above a dra...
Oak
$389 / item
H 13 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
'Opposée' Table Lamp, Californian Cream 'Satin' with Pink Wool Shade
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Cream Base with a Satin finish and Pink Wool Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. Bulb not included To pair ...
Ceramic
A French Oak Cabinet a deux corps, C. 1880.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This substantial two-part cabinet features an upper section fitted with two glazed doors, enclosing a shelved interior ideal for the display of fine china, glassware, or curated coll...
Glass, Oak
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
$133 / item
H 11.82 in W 17.72 in D 7.88 in
GEMMA II Dry Green & Pink Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems, and precious stones, this luxurious velvet cushion will spark and spread beauty, positive energies, and comfort throughout your living space...
Cotton, Velvet
$2,506 / item
H 20.48 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Henry Holland Studio Handmade Terracotta and White Ceramic Sphere UP Table Lamp
By Henry Holland Studio
Located in London, GB
Our "UP" light might look small in stature but it's large in personality. Made in our signature Nerikomi marble pattern and made completely in ceramic, the "UP" makes the perfect tab...
Earthenware
French Art Deco Wrought Iron Table Lamp, circa 1930s
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Very charming 1920s-1930s wrought iron Art Deco table lamp in the style of Edgar Brandt, Paul Kiss, etc. The stem is beautifully patinated and polished, with a palm tree-like pattern...
Copper, Iron, Wrought Iron
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Throw size Persian Karadja Heriz rug with a soft denim blue field with other rustic colors. Measures: 3'4'' x 4'3'.
Wool
Body of Art Book
Located in New York, NY
"Body of Art juxtaposes Sandro Botticelli's Venus with Vanessa Beecroft's army of naked women, the iconic head of Nefertiti, and the work of Ryan Trecartin, among many other artists,...
Paper
A Pair of Ketland and Co. Flintlock Pistols
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of 18th century English flintlock pistols by Ketland and Co. having proof-marked brass barrels, walnut stocks and engraved steel locks, both with original ramrods and both in ...
Walnut
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.
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