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Louis Vuitton Style Steamer Hat Trunk by Crouch & Fitzgerald
Louis Vuitton Style Steamer Hat Trunk by Crouch & Fitzgerald

Louis Vuitton Style Steamer Hat Trunk by Crouch & Fitzgerald

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Gorgeous early 20th century Art Deco period steamer hat trunk made in the style and manner of Louis

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1910s Louis Vuitton Monogram Courier Steamer Trunk
1910s Louis Vuitton Monogram Courier Steamer Trunk

1910s Louis Vuitton Monogram Courier Steamer Trunk

$27,006

H 22.84 in W 35.44 in D 20.87 in

1910s Louis Vuitton Monogram Courier Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

travels or home decor. This 1910s Louis Vuitton Trunk is more than just a piece of luggage; it's a work

Category

1910s French Suitcases and Trunks

Louis Vuitton Courrier Trunk in Damier Canvas 90 cm, Vuitton Steamer Trunk
Louis Vuitton Courrier Trunk in Damier Canvas 90 cm, Vuitton Steamer Trunk

Louis Vuitton Courrier Trunk in Damier Canvas 90 cm, Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This Vuitton trunk is one of the rarer Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered currently. Indeed , it

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Timothy Oulton Steel and Leather London Steamer Hat Trunk
Timothy Oulton Steel and Leather London Steamer Hat Trunk

Timothy Oulton Steel and Leather London Steamer Hat Trunk

By Timothy Oulton

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A handsome and bespoke English "Bond St. London" steel and leather steamer hat trunk or side table

Category

Late 20th Century English Campaign Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal, Brass, Steel

American Victorian Multi-Drawer Leather and Brass Steamer Trunk
American Victorian Multi-Drawer Leather and Brass Steamer Trunk

American Victorian Multi-Drawer Leather and Brass Steamer Trunk

Located in Queens, NY

American Victorian (late 1800s) steamer trunk with a brown leather exterior with brass closures and

Category

Antique 19th Century American British Colonial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Fitted Steamer Trunk Cabin Wardrobe, Black Canvas, Arts & Crafts
Fitted Steamer Trunk Cabin Wardrobe, Black Canvas, Arts & Crafts

Fitted Steamer Trunk Cabin Wardrobe, Black Canvas, Arts & Crafts

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Fitted Steamer Trunk Cabin Wardrobe, A Superb piece of history dating back to the time when your

Category

Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Canvas

1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 100 cm
1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 100 cm

1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 100 cm

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram canvas, honey color lozine trim

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order
Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order

Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Stamford, CT

Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order Style m12031 Custom with a

Category

1990s French Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1880s Antique Louis Vuitton Trunk Damier Courier Steamer
1880s Antique Louis Vuitton Trunk Damier Courier Steamer

1880s Antique Louis Vuitton Trunk Damier Courier Steamer

$22,851

H 20.48 in W 20.87 in L 39.38 in

1880s Antique Louis Vuitton Trunk Damier Courier Steamer

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

Courier Trunk is not just a piece of luggage; it's a collector's item and a piece of history. Please

Category

1880s French Suitcases and Trunks

Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Leather & Brass, 1930's France
Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Leather & Brass, 1930's France

Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Leather & Brass, 1930's France

By Louis Vuitton

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Louis Vuitton Iconic Steamer Trunk from the collection of Joan Whitney Payson, American

Category

20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

19th Century Wood and Metal Steamer Trunk with Leather Edges
19th Century Wood and Metal Steamer Trunk with Leather Edges

19th Century Wood and Metal Steamer Trunk with Leather Edges

Located in Van Nuys, CA

19th Century Wood and Metal Steamer Trunk with Leather Edges, the trunk has been repainted and

Category

Antique 1890s American Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Louis Vuitton, Large Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order
Louis Vuitton, Large Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order

Louis Vuitton, Large Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Stamford, CT

Louis Vuitton, Large Steamer Trunk or Wardrobe Case, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order Model

Category

20th Century French Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, portmanteau by LG Paris
Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, portmanteau by LG Paris

Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, portmanteau by LG Paris

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Fitted steamer trunk or cabin wardrobe, portmanteau by LG Paris A superb piece of history dating

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Antique Goyard Leather, Canvas and Brass Steamer Trunk
Antique Goyard Leather, Canvas and Brass Steamer Trunk

Antique Goyard Leather, Canvas and Brass Steamer Trunk

By Goyard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Astounding vintage Goyard trunk in a rare extra large size. The oldest and largest antique Goyard

Category

1920s French Suitcases and Trunks

19th Century Rattan Leather Covered Steamer Carriage Trunk by Mendel
19th Century Rattan Leather Covered Steamer Carriage Trunk by Mendel

19th Century Rattan Leather Covered Steamer Carriage Trunk by Mendel

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Rare late 19th century large American leather covered rattan basket steamer trunk manufactured by

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

VINTAGE RESTORED ANTiQUE NAIL TACKED BORDEAUX LEATHER STEAMER STORAGE TRUNK
VINTAGE RESTORED ANTiQUE NAIL TACKED BORDEAUX LEATHER STEAMER STORAGE TRUNK

VINTAGE RESTORED ANTiQUE NAIL TACKED BORDEAUX LEATHER STEAMER STORAGE TRUNK

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

, fully restored, circa 1920's hand dyed Bordeaux leather steamer trunk with ornate stud work all over

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Vintage European Travel Steamer Trunk Coffee Table, circa 1940's
Vintage European Travel Steamer Trunk Coffee Table, circa 1940's

Vintage European Travel Steamer Trunk Coffee Table, circa 1940's

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Fantastic vintage travel trunk by Students Travel Club, Inc. The trunk is 26"x15"'x10" and was

Category

Vintage 1940s American Campaign Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

STUNNING RESTORED ANTiQUE VICTORIAN HAND STUDDED BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK
STUNNING RESTORED ANTiQUE VICTORIAN HAND STUDDED BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK

STUNNING RESTORED ANTiQUE VICTORIAN HAND STUDDED BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

, fully restored, circa 1860-1880 hand dyed brown leather domed top steamer trunk with ornate stud work

Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

ANTiQUE BROWN LEATHER INNOVATION COMPANY WARDROBE STEAMER TRUNK COFFEE TABLE
ANTiQUE BROWN LEATHER INNOVATION COMPANY WARDROBE STEAMER TRUNK COFFEE TABLE

ANTiQUE BROWN LEATHER INNOVATION COMPANY WARDROBE STEAMER TRUNK COFFEE TABLE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

brown leather and steel wardrobe steamer trunk made by Innovation with original internals Please note

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

Early 1900s Antique Steamer Trunk from "Innovation" New York, USA
Early 1900s Antique Steamer Trunk from "Innovation" New York, USA

Early 1900s Antique Steamer Trunk from "Innovation" New York, USA

By Innovation

Located in Buffalo, NY

Weathered steamer trunk from "Innovation" New York, 1903. Made of corrugated hard pressed

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

1920s LOUIS VUITTON Orange Vuittonite Cabin Steamer Trunk w/ provenance
1920s LOUIS VUITTON Orange Vuittonite Cabin Steamer Trunk w/ provenance

1920s LOUIS VUITTON Orange Vuittonite Cabin Steamer Trunk w/ provenance

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Victoria, BC

A fabulous and rare 1920s LOUIS VUITTON Orange Vuittonite Cabin Steamer Trunk. It is made with the

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

20th Century Antique Wardrobe Steamers Trunk in Green Leather by Madler Koffer
20th Century Antique Wardrobe Steamers Trunk in Green Leather by Madler Koffer

20th Century Antique Wardrobe Steamers Trunk in Green Leather by Madler Koffer

$1,155Sale Price|30% Off

H 43.31 in W 21.26 in D 22.05 in

20th Century Antique Wardrobe Steamers Trunk in Green Leather by Madler Koffer

Located in Sofia, BG

This large green steamer chest is made by Madler Koffer in the early 20th century and have been

Category

Early 20th Century French Luggage Racks

Materials

Brass

Very Large Antique Travel Suitcase, English, Leather, Steamer, Shipping Trunk
Very Large Antique Travel Suitcase, English, Leather, Steamer, Shipping Trunk

Very Large Antique Travel Suitcase, English, Leather, Steamer, Shipping Trunk

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a very large travel suitcase. An English, leather steamer or shipping trunk, dating to the

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Antique Belber Traveling Goods Brown Monogram Print Hard Case Steamer Trunk
Antique Belber Traveling Goods Brown Monogram Print Hard Case Steamer Trunk

Antique Belber Traveling Goods Brown Monogram Print Hard Case Steamer Trunk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Antique Belber Traveling Goods Brown Monogram Print Hard Case Steamer Trunk. Item features a unique

Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Fitted American Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, by Seaward A Superb piece
Fitted American Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, by Seaward A Superb piece

Fitted American Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, by Seaward A Superb piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Fitted American Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, by Seaward A Superb piece of history dating back

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Louis Vuitton "Malle Haute" Tall steamer trunk Damier Canvas Crica 1900
Louis Vuitton "Malle Haute" Tall steamer trunk Damier Canvas Crica 1900

Louis Vuitton "Malle Haute" Tall steamer trunk Damier Canvas Crica 1900

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Walnut Creek, CA

This is a large Louis Vuitton "Malle Haute" (Tall Trunk) in the Damier checkerboard pattern canvas

Category

Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

1900s Seasoned English Canvas Leather Wood Steamer Trunk with Brass Hardware
1900s Seasoned English Canvas Leather Wood Steamer Trunk with Brass Hardware

1900s Seasoned English Canvas Leather Wood Steamer Trunk with Brass Hardware

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

English steamer trunk which exudes old world charm and historic originality down to unrestored

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Canvas

Goyard 1920s Steamer Trunk with Chevrons Canvas and Brass Fittings, 90 cm
Goyard 1920s Steamer Trunk with Chevrons Canvas and Brass Fittings, 90 cm

Goyard 1920s Steamer Trunk with Chevrons Canvas and Brass Fittings, 90 cm

By Goyard

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

. This Goyard trunk is very clean considering it is an antique , over 100 years old steamer trunk . This

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, by Excelsior USA  A Superb piece
Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, by Excelsior USA  A Superb piece

Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, by Excelsior USA A Superb piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, by Excelsior USA A Superb piece of history dating back to

Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Canvas

Antique 1890s Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 100 cm with Unique Woven Canvas
Antique 1890s Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 100 cm with Unique Woven Canvas

Antique 1890s Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 100 cm with Unique Woven Canvas

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Antique end of the 19th century genuine and superb Louis Vuitton "Malle Courrier" or steamer trunk

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass, Steel

Antique Moynat Steamer Trunk on Custom Stand Early 1900s French Checkered Canvas
Antique Moynat Steamer Trunk on Custom Stand Early 1900s French Checkered Canvas

Antique Moynat Steamer Trunk on Custom Stand Early 1900s French Checkered Canvas

Located in High Point, NC

An extraordinary early 20th-century French Moynat steamer trunk, beautifully reimagined as a coffee

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

FULLY RESTORED 1920 LOUIS VUITTON FRANCE WARDROBE STEAMER TRUNK STENCiL MONOGRAM
FULLY RESTORED 1920 LOUIS VUITTON FRANCE WARDROBE STEAMER TRUNK STENCiL MONOGRAM

FULLY RESTORED 1920 LOUIS VUITTON FRANCE WARDROBE STEAMER TRUNK STENCiL MONOGRAM

By Louis Vuitton

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

stunning fully restored original Louis Vuitton 1920 steamer wardrobe trunk originally owned by Major VH

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

World War II Military Campaign Steamer Trunk Owner Major McGregor Medical Corps
World War II Military Campaign Steamer Trunk Owner Major McGregor Medical Corps

World War II Military Campaign Steamer Trunk Owner Major McGregor Medical Corps

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Well Preserved British World War II Military Campaign Steamer Trunk. Owner Major RM McGregor

Category

Early 20th Century English Campaign Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Original Antique Fully Stamped Army & Navy Cls Steamer Campaign Trunk Zinc Lined
Original Antique Fully Stamped Army & Navy Cls Steamer Campaign Trunk Zinc Lined

Original Antique Fully Stamped Army & Navy Cls Steamer Campaign Trunk Zinc Lined

By Army & Navy CSL

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

steamer trunk This is a very well made example of a steamer trunk designed for luxury travel on cruise

Category

Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel, Iron

ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN LEATHER ELM & CANVAS STEAMER TRUNK CHEST COFFEE TABLE MUST SEE
ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN LEATHER ELM & CANVAS STEAMER TRUNK CHEST COFFEE TABLE MUST SEE

ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN LEATHER ELM & CANVAS STEAMER TRUNK CHEST COFFEE TABLE MUST SEE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

rivets, leather handled, canvas steamer trunk This is a very well made example of a steamer trunk

Category

Antique 1880s English High Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Elm

ViNTAGE HAND CARVED JARABOSKY DOME TOPPED STEAMER TRAVEL TRUNK STAMPED ON FRONT
ViNTAGE HAND CARVED JARABOSKY DOME TOPPED STEAMER TRAVEL TRUNK STAMPED ON FRONT

ViNTAGE HAND CARVED JARABOSKY DOME TOPPED STEAMER TRAVEL TRUNK STAMPED ON FRONT

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

and highly decorative Jarabosky teak dome topped steamer travel trunk Please note the delivery fee

Category

20th Century European Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1900s Wooden Steamer Trunk With Brass and Leather Accents by Paul Romand, France
1900s Wooden Steamer Trunk With Brass and Leather Accents by Paul Romand, France

1900s Wooden Steamer Trunk With Brass and Leather Accents by Paul Romand, France

By Paul Romand

Located in North Miami, FL

1900s wooden steamer trunk with brass and leather accents by Paul Romand, France By: Paul Romand

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper, Zinc

Trunk Steamer Overseas Travel Leather Nickel USA Original Interior 82cm 32" long
Trunk Steamer Overseas Travel Leather Nickel USA Original Interior 82cm 32" long

Trunk Steamer Overseas Travel Leather Nickel USA Original Interior 82cm 32" long

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

A fine large 19th century, thick, high quality leather overseas travelling trunk with reinforced

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Nickel

STARBAY SURCOUF LARGE STEAMER TRUNK AT HOME BAR WiTH GLASSES CHAMPAGNE BUCKET
STARBAY SURCOUF LARGE STEAMER TRUNK AT HOME BAR WiTH GLASSES CHAMPAGNE BUCKET

STARBAY SURCOUF LARGE STEAMER TRUNK AT HOME BAR WiTH GLASSES CHAMPAGNE BUCKET

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Starbay Surcouf large at home bar hidden inside a steamer trunk Please note the delivery fee listed is

Category

20th Century European Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

English Chatham & Wilkes Faux Bois Steel Steamer Trunk J & E Bates Brass Latch
English Chatham & Wilkes Faux Bois Steel Steamer Trunk J & E Bates Brass Latch

English Chatham & Wilkes Faux Bois Steel Steamer Trunk J & E Bates Brass Latch

By J & E Bates & Sons, Chatham & Wilkes

Located in Cincinnati, OH

This Edwardian cold rolled annealed steel travel steamer trunk was made in Wolverhampton England by

Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel, Brass

PAIR OF ARMORIAL COAT OF ARMS VINTAGE BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK SIDE TABLEs
PAIR OF ARMORIAL COAT OF ARMS VINTAGE BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK SIDE TABLEs

PAIR OF ARMORIAL COAT OF ARMS VINTAGE BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK SIDE TABLEs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

pair of lightly restored, vintage hand dyed brown leather steamer trunks with one of a kind finish

Category

20th Century English Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Antique Dome-Top Steamer Trunk with Embossed Zinc Panels and Wood Slats, c. 1890
Antique Dome-Top Steamer Trunk with Embossed Zinc Panels and Wood Slats, c. 1890

Antique Dome-Top Steamer Trunk with Embossed Zinc Panels and Wood Slats, c. 1890

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking example of late 19th century American luggage craftsmanship, this antique steamer trunk

Category

Antique 19th Century American Industrial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Zinc

ONE OF A KiND ANTIQUE BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK WITH ARMORIAL COAT OF ARMS
ONE OF A KiND ANTIQUE BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK WITH ARMORIAL COAT OF ARMS

ONE OF A KiND ANTIQUE BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK WITH ARMORIAL COAT OF ARMS

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

, fully restored, circa 1890-1900 hand dyed brown leather steamer trunk with one of a kind, hand painted

Category

Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Vintage Leather Luggage Case Steamer Trunk Coffee Table
Vintage Leather Luggage Case Steamer Trunk Coffee Table

Vintage Leather Luggage Case Steamer Trunk Coffee Table

Located in Potters Bar, GB

reveal ample storage inside Great piece of steamer trunk vintage, even has some stickers left on from

Category

Vintage 1980s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Restored Crouch & Fitzgerald Leather Trunk, c 1920s, Signed
Restored Crouch & Fitzgerald Leather Trunk, c 1920s, Signed

Restored Crouch & Fitzgerald Leather Trunk, c 1920s, Signed

$4,150Sale Price|23% Off

H 13 in W 35 in D 20 in

Restored Crouch & Fitzgerald Leather Trunk, c 1920s, Signed

By Crouch & Fitzgerald

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautifully restored flat-top steamer trunk by renowned New York luggage maker Crouch &

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

English Toleware Tin Trunk with Faux Wood Finish and Brass Accents
English Toleware Tin Trunk with Faux Wood Finish and Brass Accents

English Toleware Tin Trunk with Faux Wood Finish and Brass Accents

Located in Austin, TX

A handsome English dome-topped steamer or traveler's luggage trunk, circa 1858 - 1880, featuring a

Category

Antique 1860s English Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass, Tin, Metal

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Steamer Trunk Luggage For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of steamer trunk luggage you’re looking for. An item from our selection of steamer trunk luggage — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of steamer trunk luggage — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of steamer trunk luggage made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of steamer trunk luggage that is appealing in its simplicity, but Louis Vuitton, Goyard and Hartmann Trunk Company produced versions that are worth a look.

Finding the Right Trunks-luggage for You

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.

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