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19Thc Dated 1886 Steamer Dome Top Trunk
19Thc Dated 1886 Steamer Dome Top Trunk

19Thc Dated 1886 Steamer Dome Top Trunk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19thc Amazing steamer trunk in fine condition and leather handles on the sides.The inside has been

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Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

French Vintage Moleskin Steamer Trunk or Suitcase
French Vintage Moleskin Steamer Trunk or Suitcase

French Vintage Moleskin Steamer Trunk or Suitcase

Located in Austin, TX

French vintage steamer trunk in moleskin with leather trim and handles, brass hardware, several

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

French Black Steamer Trunk or Console Table
French Black Steamer Trunk or Console Table

French Black Steamer Trunk or Console Table

Located in Barcelona, ES

Steamer trunk in black canvas with beige trim / console table, France, 1930s Beautiful black

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Iron

Huge Monogrammed Leather and Toile Steamer Trunk
Huge Monogrammed Leather and Toile Steamer Trunk

Huge Monogrammed Leather and Toile Steamer Trunk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Huge leather and toile steamer trunk. Fully functional hardware with keys. Great in a bedroom. A

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Vintage 1930s American Industrial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Large Vintage Rigid Breakless Co., Steamer Trunk
Large Vintage Rigid Breakless Co., Steamer Trunk

Large Vintage Rigid Breakless Co., Steamer Trunk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Vintage Rigid Breakless Co., Steamer Trunk A very useful Strong travel trunk from the

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Antique Late 19th Century Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Synthetic

Extra Large Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Bag
Extra Large Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Bag

Extra Large Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Beautiful Louis Vuitton monogram canvas. It is the largest steamer bag from Louis Vuitton. Moreover

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Vintage 1970s Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Canvas

Royal Robe Canvas Standing Wardrobe Steamer Trunk
Royal Robe Canvas Standing Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

Royal Robe Canvas Standing Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

By Royal Robe

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Vintage canvas standing wardrobe steamer trunk manufactured by Royal Robe. Features a colorful

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20th Century American Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal, Brass

Important Louis Vuitton Style Canvas Steamer Trunk
Important Louis Vuitton Style Canvas Steamer Trunk

Important Louis Vuitton Style Canvas Steamer Trunk

By Hartmann Trunk Company

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Exceptional canvas striped wardrobe steamer trunk made in the Louis Vuitton style by Hartmann

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20th Century American Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Vintage Reproduction Leather and Brassbound Steamer Trunk
Vintage Reproduction Leather and Brassbound Steamer Trunk

Vintage Reproduction Leather and Brassbound Steamer Trunk

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

not being used for travel at sea, this fantastic steamer trunk makes for a fantastic coffee or

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20th Century English Neoclassical Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Midcentury German Benno Marstaller Aluminium Steamer Trunk
Midcentury German Benno Marstaller Aluminium Steamer Trunk

Midcentury German Benno Marstaller Aluminium Steamer Trunk

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Rare and historic Mid-Century Modern German steamer trunk made by Benno Marstaller in Munich

Category

20th Century German Industrial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Chrome, Aluminum

Vintage Flat Top Steamer Trunk, 20th Century
Vintage Flat Top Steamer Trunk, 20th Century

Vintage Flat Top Steamer Trunk, 20th Century

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This striking vintage steamer trunk combines timeless functionality with classic design. Likely

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20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal, Brass

Restored Victorian Dome Top Steamer Trunk, circa 1850
Restored Victorian Dome Top Steamer Trunk, circa 1850

Restored Victorian Dome Top Steamer Trunk, circa 1850

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautifully restored mid-Victorian steamer trunk with dome top. Fabricated from oak planks which

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Antique 1850s Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Iron

Louis Vuitton Trunk steamer trunk, circa 1935
Louis Vuitton Trunk steamer trunk, circa 1935

Louis Vuitton Trunk steamer trunk, circa 1935

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

Louis Vuitton Monogram trunk in excellent condition with Lozine trim to the edges, brass fittings and leather handles. The trunk is missing the original tray and dividers to the othe...

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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1940s Polished Aluminum Steamer Trunk, Aluminum Trunk
1940s Polished Aluminum Steamer Trunk, Aluminum Trunk

1940s Polished Aluminum Steamer Trunk, Aluminum Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This polished aluminum cabin trunk is very unusual. It is magnificent mirror hand polished. It features all brass studs and original leather side handles. It still has got its key ...

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Vintage 1940s European Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Aluminum

Pair Of Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk Locks
Pair Of Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk Locks

Pair Of Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk Locks

Located in Essex, MA

Once mounted on a trunk. Handy if your missing a pair. Marked made in France.

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Early 20th Century Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

White Leather Steamer Trunk, Small White Leather Trunk
White Leather Steamer Trunk, Small White Leather Trunk

White Leather Steamer Trunk, Small White Leather Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Very pretty steamer trunk made in wood and covered with white leather, wood slats, polished

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1990s English Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Wood

Early 20th Century German Steamer Trunk by Kongsbak
Early 20th Century German Steamer Trunk by Kongsbak

Early 20th Century German Steamer Trunk by Kongsbak

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Interesting early 20th century German steamer trunk belonging to George Jurgen Wittenstein (1919

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20th Century German Rustic Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Japanese Aluminum Steamer Travel Trunk by Kowa
Midcentury Japanese Aluminum Steamer Travel Trunk by Kowa

Midcentury Japanese Aluminum Steamer Travel Trunk by Kowa

By Kowa

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Rare, midcentury industrial style WWII steamer travel trunk featuring an aeronautical aluminum and

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Large 1880s Louis Vuitton "Rayée" Canvas Steamer Trunk
Large 1880s Louis Vuitton "Rayée" Canvas Steamer Trunk

Large 1880s Louis Vuitton "Rayée" Canvas Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Mt Kisco, NY

A late 19th century Vuitton flat top steamer trunk of the classic beige and brown stripe (rayée

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Antique 1880s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass, Zinc

Large Vintage Drew and Sons Canvas Steamer Trunk
Large Vintage Drew and Sons Canvas Steamer Trunk

Large Vintage Drew and Sons Canvas Steamer Trunk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A large vintage Drew & Sons canvas steamer trunk A very useful decorative suitcase or travel

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Antique Late 19th Century Steampunk Trunks and Luggage

Splendid Goyard Ainé Steamer Shoe Trunk, circa 1910s
Splendid Goyard Ainé Steamer Shoe Trunk, circa 1910s

Splendid Goyard Ainé Steamer Shoe Trunk, circa 1910s

By Goyard

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

La Maison Goyard began making trunks, cases, luggage and handbags of high quality.

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Antique Early 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Moynat Hat Trunk, Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk
Moynat Hat Trunk, Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

Moynat Hat Trunk, Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This Moynat hat trunk features black canvas, leather trim and solid brass corners, lock and latches. Its lock is stamped Moynat. It has got large side handles in leather and its hand...

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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1930s Wardrobe Steamer Trunk Luggage Chest by Hartmann
1930s Wardrobe Steamer Trunk Luggage Chest by Hartmann

1930s Wardrobe Steamer Trunk Luggage Chest by Hartmann

By Hartmann Trunk Company

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Museum worthy rectangular cuboid wardrobe trunk by Hartmann Luggage Co. Outside is ivory color with chestnut brown trim and brass rivet heads. Inside is covered in perfectly aged g...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

Antique Louis Vuitton Leather Wardrobe Steamer Trunk, circa 1900
Antique Louis Vuitton Leather Wardrobe Steamer Trunk, circa 1900

Antique Louis Vuitton Leather Wardrobe Steamer Trunk, circa 1900

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Washington, DC

Appealing unrestored antique Louis Vuitton leather steamer trunk. Unusual brass latches and button

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Vintage 1910s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Restoration Hardware  Brushed Steel & Leather Steamer Trunk/ Coffee Table
Restoration Hardware  Brushed Steel & Leather Steamer Trunk/ Coffee Table

Restoration Hardware Brushed Steel & Leather Steamer Trunk/ Coffee Table

By Restoration Hardware

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Restoration Hardware Coffee /Table Mayfair Steamer Trunk Discontinued, edition from 2000s We are

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21st Century and Contemporary Industrial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

19 th c. French Steamer Trunk as Coffee Table
19 th c. French Steamer Trunk as Coffee Table

19 th c. French Steamer Trunk as Coffee Table

Located in Barcelona, ES

Beautiful steamer trunk made in France at the end of the 19 th c. Decorated with Hotel labels

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Antique 1890s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1920s Steamer Wardrobe Travel Trunk Made by Mendel Tourist
1920s Steamer Wardrobe Travel Trunk Made by Mendel Tourist

1920s Steamer Wardrobe Travel Trunk Made by Mendel Tourist

By Mendel Tourist

Located in Buffalo, NY

canvas wardrobe steamer cabin trunk with leather trim and brass accents, in the Louis Vuitton style, with

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Fine Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk with Stenciled Marking, “Shoes”
Fine Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk with Stenciled Marking, “Shoes”

Fine Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk with Stenciled Marking, “Shoes”

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Vintage Louis Vuitton steamer trunk circa 1930-1939 with classic printed canvas, leather and brass

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Early 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1930s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Steamer Trunk, Malle Louis Vuitton
1930s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Steamer Trunk, Malle Louis Vuitton

1930s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Steamer Trunk, Malle Louis Vuitton

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features monogramm canvas, lozine trim, LV stamped locks

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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

1930s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Steamer Trunk, Malle Louis Vuitton
1930s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Steamer Trunk, Malle Louis Vuitton

1930s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Steamer Trunk, Malle Louis Vuitton

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram canvas, lozine trim, LV stamped

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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Louis Vuitton Damier 'Malle Courrier' Steamer Trunk, circa 1896
Louis Vuitton Damier 'Malle Courrier' Steamer Trunk, circa 1896

Louis Vuitton Damier 'Malle Courrier' Steamer Trunk, circa 1896

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

competitor's trunk could be easily stacked and in 1858, Vuitton introduced his flat-topped trunks with trianon

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Antique 1890s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1930s Goyard Hat Trunk, Goyard Trunk, Goyard Steamer Trunk
1930s Goyard Hat Trunk, Goyard Trunk, Goyard Steamer Trunk

1930s Goyard Hat Trunk, Goyard Trunk, Goyard Steamer Trunk

By Goyard

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

today use, it could be a very nice night stand or end of a sofa. Goyard trunks always add a very elegant

Category

Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Antique Carriage Trunk, English, Steel, Railway, Steamer, Chest, Victorian
Antique Carriage Trunk, English, Steel, Railway, Steamer, Chest, Victorian

Antique Carriage Trunk, English, Steel, Railway, Steamer, Chest, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique carriage trunk. An English, steel railway or steamer chest, dating to the late

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

Antique Shipwrights Chest, English, Pine, Maritime, Steamer, Trunk, Victorian
Antique Shipwrights Chest, English, Pine, Maritime, Steamer, Trunk, Victorian

Antique Shipwrights Chest, English, Pine, Maritime, Steamer, Trunk, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Shipwright's chest. An English, pine maritime tool or steamer trunk and dating

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Pine

Large Antique Trunk, English, Pine, Carriage Chest, Steamer, Victorian
Large Antique Trunk, English, Pine, Carriage Chest, Steamer, Victorian

Large Antique Trunk, English, Pine, Carriage Chest, Steamer, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a large antique trunk. An English, pine carriage chest or steamer trunk, dating to the late

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Antique Late 19th Century British Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Pine

Antique Compact Wardrobe Steamer Trunk Travel Hard Luggage Suitcase Chest
Antique Compact Wardrobe Steamer Trunk Travel Hard Luggage Suitcase Chest

Antique Compact Wardrobe Steamer Trunk Travel Hard Luggage Suitcase Chest

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique compact wardrobe steamer trunk travel luggage suitcase. Item features nice smaller more

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Antique Early 1900s American American Colonial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

1910s Orange Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Malle Louis Vuitton
1910s Orange Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Malle Louis Vuitton

1910s Orange Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Malle Louis Vuitton

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This unusual orange Vuittonite canvas courrier trunk has got all leather trim and handles, all brass stamped LV studs and brass locks. iI has a beautiful original warm orange patina....

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Vintage 1910s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1930s Goyard Hat Trunk, Goyard Trunk, Goyard Steamer Trunk
1930s Goyard Hat Trunk, Goyard Trunk, Goyard Steamer Trunk

1930s Goyard Hat Trunk, Goyard Trunk, Goyard Steamer Trunk

By Goyard

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This magnificent Goyard hat trunk features the very sought after chevrons pattern canvas, two Goyard stamped solid brass side handles, solid brass corners and Goyard engraved brass l...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Antique Leather and Brass Steamer Trunk c.1880-1910
Antique Leather and Brass Steamer Trunk c.1880-1910

Antique Leather and Brass Steamer Trunk c.1880-1910

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Antique trunk wrapped with leather on wood and brass locks. Solid wood straps with brass corners studded with brass nail heads. All luggage sold separately. CREATOR Un...

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Antique Late 19th Century Brazilian Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Antique 19th Century Louis Vuitton Damier Cabin Steamer Trunk
Antique 19th Century Louis Vuitton Damier Cabin Steamer Trunk

Antique 19th Century Louis Vuitton Damier Cabin Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Very elegant Louis Vuitton trunk featuring the rare and sought after damier or checker, black steel trim and side handles, brass locks and brass and stamped studs. Old tags. Wood sla...

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Antique 1890s French Trunks and Luggage

Moynat Trunk, Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Hat Trunk, Moynat Luggage
Moynat Trunk, Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Hat Trunk, Moynat Luggage

Moynat Trunk, Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Hat Trunk, Moynat Luggage

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

1869, where the very first Moynat trunks were sold. And this was the beginning of a long story… Today

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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Large Vintage Rigid Canvas Travel Trunk, Steamer Trunk on Wheels
Large Vintage Rigid Canvas Travel Trunk, Steamer Trunk on Wheels

Large Vintage Rigid Canvas Travel Trunk, Steamer Trunk on Wheels

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large vintage rigid canvas travel trunk, steamer trunk on wheels. A very useful decorative

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Canvas

Antique Steamer Trunk with Inside Tray and Compartments, circa 1890
Antique Steamer Trunk with Inside Tray and Compartments, circa 1890

Antique Steamer Trunk with Inside Tray and Compartments, circa 1890

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Steamer trunk with wood, leather, brass and canvas. The trunk, with small original castors and the

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Antique 1890s North American Late Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Steamer Trunk, Nautical, Maritime Travel Case, ANCSL, Edwardian, circa 1910
Steamer Trunk, Nautical, Maritime Travel Case, ANCSL, Edwardian, circa 1910

Steamer Trunk, Nautical, Maritime Travel Case, ANCSL, Edwardian, circa 1910

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique steamer trunk. An English, canvas and leather nautical or maritime travel case

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Canvas

Antique 19th Century Louis Vuitton Early Steamer Trunk, circa 1870
Antique 19th Century Louis Vuitton Early Steamer Trunk, circa 1870

Antique 19th Century Louis Vuitton Early Steamer Trunk, circa 1870

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

famous monogram or damier canvas covered trunks and would make a great addition to any collection

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Antique 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Canvas

1930s Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 110 cm
1930s Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 110 cm

1930s Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 110 cm

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Beautiful Louis Vuitton steamer trunk featuring stenciled canvas, all honey color lozine trim

Category

Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Moynat Trunk with Checkers Pattern, Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk
Moynat Trunk with Checkers Pattern, Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

Moynat Trunk with Checkers Pattern, Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This Moynat steamer trunk features the very nice black and grey "damier" pattern canvas as well as

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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1930's Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk
1930's Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

1930's Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk featuring stenciled canvas, all leather trim, solid brass Louis

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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Very Rare Shoe Case, Steamer Trunk for Shoes Steam Punk
Very Rare Shoe Case, Steamer Trunk for Shoes Steam Punk

Very Rare Shoe Case, Steamer Trunk for Shoes Steam Punk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Very rare shoe case, steamer trunk for shoes steam punk This is a very rare piece for the

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Antique Late 19th Century English Steampunk Trunks and Luggage

19th Century American “M Cherry” Travel Chest or Steamer Trunk
19th Century American “M Cherry” Travel Chest or Steamer Trunk

19th Century American “M Cherry” Travel Chest or Steamer Trunk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th Century American “M Cherry” Travel Chest or Steamer Trunk A very useful decorative travel

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Antique 19th Century Arts and Crafts Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram Canvas, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram Canvas, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram Canvas, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

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

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21st Century and Contemporary French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1910s Hartmann Cushion Top Wardrobe Trunk Travel Steamer Ship Luggage
1910s Hartmann Cushion Top Wardrobe Trunk Travel Steamer Ship Luggage

1910s Hartmann Cushion Top Wardrobe Trunk Travel Steamer Ship Luggage

By Hartmann Trunk Company

Located in Hyattsville, MD

. "These trunks were the very best, right at the top with Louis Vuitton, Goyard, and M. M. Secor. This

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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

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Steamer Trunks For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of steamer trunks available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique steamer trunks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and animal skin. There are all kinds of steamer trunks available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Steamer trunks are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Deco, Victorian and Mid-Century Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many steamer trunks are appealing in their simplicity, but Louis Vuitton, Goyard and Hartmann Trunk Company produced popular steamer trunks 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.

Questions About Steamer Trunks
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Although steamer trunks are no longer used for traveling, they are still produced as a way to store valuables and as a storage solution. Steamer trunks were widely used in the late 18th century throughout the early 20th century as a way to transport clothes and other personal belongings and were meant to bridge the gap between luggage and storage. Shop a wide range of vintage and contemporary steamer trunks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Steamer trunks can be worth as much as $3,000 depending on the quality and condition. Some renowned fashion houses, such as Goyard and Louis Vuitton, have designed steamer trunks that are worth as much as $45,000. Find a range of antique and vintage steamer trunks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    An old steamer trunk is a type of luggage. Most often, it has a rectangle or domed shape. Its purpose was to carry clothing and other personal belongings while traveling. The name comes from the fact that most often, their owners traveled via steam ship. Shop a selection of antique steamer trunks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To identify your steamer trunk, look inside the lid, along the interior and on the bottom for a stamp that indicates the manufacturer. Popular makers of steamer trunks included Clinton, Goyard, Hartmann, Louis Vuitton, Malloy, Moynat, Oshkosh, Taylor and Truesdale. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted steamer trunks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    You can line a steamer trunk with a variety of materials. Paper is a simple solution for lining, but you can also use fabrics like velvet to protect items stored inside. Find a range of steamer trunks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, typically people don't travel with steamer trunks. Due to their size and weight, steamer trunks aren't ideal for traveling by air or sea. However, people still purchase steamer trunks to use as storage solutions and decorative accents in their homes. Shop a selection of antique and vintage steamer trunks on 1stDibs.