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1920s Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk
1920s Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

1920s Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This beautiful Louis Vuitton trunk is all stenciled LV monogram canvas, with all brass hardware and black lozine trim. It has got a remarkable patina. Blue, white and red identity st...

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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

1920s Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk
1920s Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

1920s Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This beautiful and rare courrier trunk by Louis Vuitton features stenciled monogram canvas,with leather trim,brass corners ,brass handles and has a remarkable patina with many travel...

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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1930s Inlaid Mahogany Compactom Steamer Trunk
1930s Inlaid Mahogany Compactom Steamer Trunk

1930s Inlaid Mahogany Compactom Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This closet is perfectly fitted inside. On the left hand side, it has got an articulated hanging section and on the right hand side it has got a series of four glazed compartments, t...

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Vintage 1930s Great Britain (UK) Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Mahogany

1930s Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk
1930s Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

1930s Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Magnificent large courier trunk in monogramm canvas, black lozine trim, brass locks and black steel side handles. Original interior in very good condition, nice and fresh, no smell....

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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Louis Vuitton  1920's  Rare Steamer Trunk
Louis Vuitton  1920's  Rare Steamer Trunk

Louis Vuitton 1920's Rare Steamer Trunk

Located in Water Mill, NY

Rare Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk with Basket and Tray

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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood, Canvas

1920s Brown Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk
1920s Brown Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

1920s Brown Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This beautiful Moynat steamer trunk features dark brown canvas, matching leather trim and side

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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag 65
Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag 65

Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag 65

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This Louis Vuitton steamer bag features the "LV" monogram and is in very good condition with its

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1990s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Canvas

Cured Leather Steamer Luggage Trunk Early, 1900s
Cured Leather Steamer Luggage Trunk Early, 1900s

Cured Leather Steamer Luggage Trunk Early, 1900s

Located in Nantucket, MA

A cured leather steamer luggage trunk from the early 1900s. This could make a great coffee or side

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Early 20th Century British Colonial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Exceptional Goyard Leather Steamer Trunk, circa 1910
Exceptional Goyard Leather Steamer Trunk, circa 1910

Exceptional Goyard Leather Steamer Trunk, circa 1910

By Goyard

Located in London, GB

An exceptional Goyard leather steamer trunk with original cotton lined interior and brass catches

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Vintage 1910s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Wardrobe Steamer or Cabin Trunk 1920's
Wardrobe Steamer or Cabin Trunk 1920's

Wardrobe Steamer or Cabin Trunk 1920's

Located in Fulton, CA

Early 1900's cabin / steamer trunk with dome top. Wonderful patina from use and history. "Chicago

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Early 20th Century Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Louis Vuitton Steel Bound Damier Steamer Trunk
Louis Vuitton Steel Bound Damier Steamer Trunk

Louis Vuitton Steel Bound Damier Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

A fine Damier pattern steel bound Louis Vuitton steamer trunk with blackened steel trim and handles

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Antique 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

1930s Steamer Trunk by "Aux Etats Unis"
1930s Steamer Trunk by "Aux Etats Unis"

1930s Steamer Trunk by "Aux Etats Unis"

By Aux Etats Unis

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This beautiful French steamer trunk features canvas, solid brass locks, clasps and corners as well

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

Monumental Victorian Lyon Harp Steamer Trunk Case
Monumental Victorian Lyon Harp Steamer Trunk Case

Monumental Victorian Lyon Harp Steamer Trunk Case

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Turn of the Century designed High Victorian Lyon & Healy Inc. Harp Steamer Trunk or Travel Shipping

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass, Iron, Steel

1920s Moynat Brown Canvas French Steamer Trunk
1920s Moynat Brown Canvas French Steamer Trunk

1920s Moynat Brown Canvas French Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This Moynat steamer trunk features brown canvas, silver steel trims, brass studs and two brass

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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Small 1920s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Steamer Trunk
Small 1920s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Steamer Trunk

Small 1920s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This lovely little Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogramm, leather trim, brass

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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

1890s Damier Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
1890s Damier Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

1890s Damier Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This beautiful steamer trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, blackened steel trim

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Antique 1890s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

1930s "Au Touriste Paris" French Steamer Trunk
1930s "Au Touriste Paris" French Steamer Trunk

1930s "Au Touriste Paris" French Steamer Trunk

By Au Touriste, Paris

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This very elegant steamer trunk features the very nice "au touriste" printed canvas, lozine trim

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1900s Orange Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
1900s Orange Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

1900s Orange Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Very nice orange canvas Louis Vuitton steamer trunk, featuring brass locks, leather trim and

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Antique Early 1900s French Trunks and Luggage

Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Early 20th C.
Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Early 20th C.

Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Early 20th C.

Located in Astoria, NY

Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Early 20th Century, in LV monogrammed pattern with metal side handles

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Rare Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk Armoire
Rare Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk Armoire

Rare Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk Armoire

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Napa, CA

This is a large steamer trunk armoire by Louis Vuitton. It has two green stripes and a green F.A.E

Category

Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

1880s Striped Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk
1880s Striped Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

1880s Striped Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This top of the range luxury striped Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features leather trim, brass locks

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Antique 1880s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Antique Pine "Cowboy" Steamer Trunk, Twin Belts
Antique Pine "Cowboy" Steamer Trunk, Twin Belts

Antique Pine "Cowboy" Steamer Trunk, Twin Belts

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Late Victorian "Cowboy" steamer trunk restore and reworked by master craftsman Randall Barbera

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Antique Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, circa 1885
Antique Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, circa 1885

Antique Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, circa 1885

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Austin, TX

19th century steamer trunk by Louis Vuitton with stunning patina from age on the original leather

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Antique 1880s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Wood

Early 20th Century Painted Steamer Travel Trunk
Early 20th Century Painted Steamer Travel Trunk

Early 20th Century Painted Steamer Travel Trunk

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Early 20th century steamer travel trunk featuring a Gucci style dark red paint with green accents

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20th Century American Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1888 Victorian Age "Eighty-Eight" Steamer Trunk

1888 Victorian Age "Eighty-Eight" Steamer Trunk

Located in Van Nuys, CA

"Eighty-Eight" steamer trunk was restore and reworked by master craftsman Randall Barbera right here in

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Trunks and Luggage

1920s Very Long Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
1920s Very Long Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

1920s Very Long Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This Louis Vuitton steamer trunk is very rare because of its incredibly length. Moreover this is a

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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

19th Century  Travel Chest or Steamer Trunk
19th Century  Travel Chest or Steamer Trunk

19th Century Travel Chest or Steamer Trunk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th Century Travel Chest or Steamer Trunk, A very useful decorative travel trunk, the Trunk is

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Canvas

Small 1920s Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Trunk
Small 1920s Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Trunk

Small 1920s Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This lovely little Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram, leather trim, solid

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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1920's Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk
1920's Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

1920's Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This Moynat steamer trunk features a very nice yellow canvas as well as brass corners, solid brass

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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1900s Yellow Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
1900s Yellow Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

1900s Yellow Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Very nice yellow canvas Louis Vuitton steamer trunk, featuring Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass

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Antique Early 1900s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1900s Orange Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
1900s Orange Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

1900s Orange Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Very nice orange canvas Louis Vuitton steamer trunk, featuring Louis Vuitton stamped brass lock

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1900s Orange Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
1900s Orange Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

1900s Orange Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Very nice orange canvas Louis Vuitton steamer trunk, featuring Louis Vuitton stamped brass lock

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1920's Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk
1920's Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

1920's Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This Moynat steamer trunk features a very nice golden brown orange canvas as well as brass corners

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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Victorian Atkinson and Long Black Wardrobe Steamer Trunk
Victorian Atkinson and Long Black Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

Victorian Atkinson and Long Black Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Large Victorian wardrobe standing steamer trunk made by Atkinson and Long, New York. The trunk

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Large Louis Vuitton Orange Steamer Trunk, circa 1925
Large Louis Vuitton Orange Steamer Trunk, circa 1925

Large Louis Vuitton Orange Steamer Trunk, circa 1925

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

A splendid taller Louis Vuitton steamer trunk in orange Vuittonite (coated canvas) with leather

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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Leather Steamer Trunk by Finnigans, circa 1920
Leather Steamer Trunk by Finnigans, circa 1920

Leather Steamer Trunk by Finnigans, circa 1920

By Finnigans, London 1

Located in London, GB

An exceptional leather trunk with original interior made by Finnigans, one of England's finest luggage making companies, circa 1920. Dimensions: 48cm/19 inches (height) x 115cm/45 i...

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Vintage 1920s English Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1900s Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk
1900s Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk

1900s Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, blackened steel trim and handles. Its interior is original with its large removable webbed basket and its tray. New lining o...

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Antique Early 1900s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

Magnificent 1930s Burled Walnut Compactom Steamer Trunk
Magnificent 1930s Burled Walnut Compactom Steamer Trunk

Magnificent 1930s Burled Walnut Compactom Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This closet is perfectly fitted inside. On the left hand side, it has got an articulated hanging section and on the right hand side it has got a series of glazed compartments, and fo...

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Vintage 1930s British Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

1890s Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk
1890s Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk

1890s Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, blackened steel trim, locks and handles. Its interior is all original rather clean given its age. Free shipping to many de...

Category

Antique 1890s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

1920s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Canvas Steamer Trunk
1920s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Canvas Steamer Trunk

1920s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Canvas Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This beautiful and rare courrier trunk by Louis Vuitton features stenciled monogram canvas, with leather trim, brass corners, brass handles and has a remarkable patina. Its interior...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Mid-20th Century French Leather Steamer Trunk
Mid-20th Century French Leather Steamer Trunk

Mid-20th Century French Leather Steamer Trunk

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This French steam trunk from the mid-twentieth century is covered in black leather and moleskin and features wooden runners and metal corners painted gold. On one side is a brass pla...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1890s Damier Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
1890s Damier Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

1890s Damier Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, blackened steel trim and handles. Its interior is all original except its bottom that has new lining.Removable tray. It has...

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Antique 1890s French Trunks and Luggage

Faux Alligator Steamer / Cabin Trunk 1900's
Faux Alligator Steamer / Cabin Trunk 1900's

Faux Alligator Steamer / Cabin Trunk 1900's

Located in Fulton, CA

Rustic cabin trunk with faux alligator detail. Beautiful and warm patina to wood strapping and clad metal. Original paper lined interior with original tray. Old world charm with appr...

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Early 20th Century American Rustic Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

1920s Dark Beige Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk
1920s Dark Beige Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

1920s Dark Beige Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This beautiful Moynat steamer trunk features golden toffee color canvas, chocolate brown leather

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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1920s Louis Vuitton Stenciled Monogramm Canvas Steamer Trunk
1920s Louis Vuitton Stenciled Monogramm Canvas Steamer Trunk

1920s Louis Vuitton Stenciled Monogramm Canvas Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Louis Vuitton steamer trunk featuring stenciled monogram canvas, steel trim and side handles, Brass

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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

An early vintage Louis Vuitton Flat Steamer Trunk
An early vintage Louis Vuitton Flat Steamer Trunk

An early vintage Louis Vuitton Flat Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Atlanta, GA

An early vintage flat steamer trunk by Louis Vuitton. Likely to be from 1900-1920s or ate 19th

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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Two Original Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk and Case
Two Original Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk and Case

Two Original Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk and Case

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Two original Louis Vuitton, steamer trunk and case These 2 very rare suitcases date from the

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Canvas

Antique "Au Depart" Vellum Steamer Trunk, circa 1890
Antique "Au Depart" Vellum Steamer Trunk, circa 1890

Antique "Au Depart" Vellum Steamer Trunk, circa 1890

By Au Depart 3

Located in Barcelona, ES

Magnificent luxury steamer trunk made by "Au Depart", one of the greatest trunk makers alongside

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Antique Late 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Louis Vuitton Woven Monogram Steamer Trunk circa 1898
Louis Vuitton Woven Monogram Steamer Trunk circa 1898

Louis Vuitton Woven Monogram Steamer Trunk circa 1898

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

A rare Louis Vuitton woven monogram canvas steamer trunk in excellent condition with original

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Antique 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

1890s Louis Vuitton Tisse Monogram Courrier Steamer Trunk
1890s Louis Vuitton Tisse Monogram Courrier Steamer Trunk

1890s Louis Vuitton Tisse Monogram Courrier Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This is a superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk, large size, rare and sought after Tisse' monogram

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Antique 1890s French Trunks and Luggage

1930s Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
1930s Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

1930s Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

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

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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Early Historically Important Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
Early Historically Important Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

Early Historically Important Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Atlanta, GA

A large vintage Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. Early production from turn of the century (after 1896

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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Wood

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

handles in leather and its handle latches are also marked "Moynat Paris". This Moynat steamer trunk

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Antique Early 1900s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Large Victorian Arch Top Steamer Trunk- Amazing Interior!
Large Victorian Arch Top Steamer Trunk- Amazing Interior!

Large Victorian Arch Top Steamer Trunk- Amazing Interior!

Located in Peekskill, NY

At first I thought... Another nice decorative steamer trunk! Then when they opened the trunk up I

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Antique French Steamer Trunk Paris F.A.M.
Antique French Steamer Trunk Paris F.A.M.

Antique French Steamer Trunk Paris F.A.M.

Located in Benington, Herts

A beautiful and Classic well sized antique French steamer trunk with the locks stamped Paris F.A.M

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Antique Early 1900s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Canvas

Very Elegant 1920s Orange Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
Very Elegant 1920s Orange Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

Very Elegant 1920s Orange Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This unusual orange Vuittonite canvas courrier trunk has got all leather trim and handles,brass corners and locks;It has a beautiful warm orange patina. The interior is perfectly or...

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Vintage 1910s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1890s Antique Louis Vuitton Trunk Damier Courier Steamer
1890s Antique Louis Vuitton Trunk Damier Courier Steamer

1890s Antique Louis Vuitton Trunk Damier Courier Steamer

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Shibuya-ku, 13

Louis Vuitton antique boots are a world-renowned brand. Its origins date back to 1854 when it was founded in Paris as a specialist in travel bags. At a time when horse-drawn carriage...

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Antique 1890s French Trunks and Luggage

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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
    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 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 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.

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