Few brands have stood the test of time as resolvedly as the French House of Goyard, a family-owned maker of luxury handbags, totes and accessories in chic and timeless styles and a vibrant array of colors. The internationally renowned bags were born out of the maison’s original business of making leather goods and other luxury travel wares — once the favorite of the French aristocracy, Goyard trunks are highly sought-after antiques today.
Originally known as House of Martin, the brand was founded in Paris in 1792 by trunk maker Pierre-François Martin. It quickly grew in distinction, and, in 1841, Martin hired and passed on the business to his employee, Louis-Henri Morel. In 1845, Morel himself hired a 17-year-old apprentice named François Goyard, who eventually took over and renamed the company Maison Goyard (House of Goyard).
François' son, Edmond Goyard, ushered the business into a new era when he became the head of the company in 1885. He focused increasingly on elite and international clientele to grow the brand's prestige. Edmond also created a "pet chic" line of Goyard dog collars and other accessories.
Perhaps the greatest accomplishment of the younger Goyard was the Goyard signature canvas, as seen on the iconic luxury Saint Louis tote. Durable, lightweight and waterproof, it features a distinctive "Y" pattern created from three chevrons or different shades. This revolutionary canvas laid the foundation for the modern brand.
A daring innovator, Edmond Goyard took the brand to the World Exposition of Paris in 1900 and won a bronze medal. Gold medals at the World Exposition of Milan and the Franco-British Exposition of London followed. Goyard continued showing at World Expos, bringing the house even more international acclaim and the attention of esteemed clientele like Pablo Picasso, John D. Rockefeller and the Duke and Duchess of Windsor.
In 1998, the maison was purchased by passionate Goyard bag and trunk collector Jean-Michel Signoles. With the help of his family, he re-established the brand as a purveyor of luxury bags that continue to garner recognition.
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1930s Goyard Hat Trunk, Goyard Trunk, 60 cm Goyard Steamer Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Goyard hat trunk features the very sought after chevrons pattern canvas, solid Goyard engraved locks and clasps.Its trim is silver steel as well as its side handles...
Brass
1920s Small Goyard Hat Trunk, Goyard Trunk, 51 cm Goyard Steamer Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Goyard hat trunk is very special . Indeed, its proportions are very rare. It features the very sought after chevrons pattern canvas, two large brass side handles, so...
Brass
Modernist Dutch Haagse School side or end table, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
An elegant, modestly sized Dutch modernist table, exemplifying the refined geometry and architectural clarity of early 20th-century Haagse School design. Executed in richly toned mah...
Mahogany
$4,530
H 26.38 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
1930s Italian Art Deco Brutalist Rational Bookmatched Burl Walnut Table, Pagano
By Osvaldo Borsani, Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig, Gino Maggioni, Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
A refined Italian Art Deco occasional table, side table or end table. Circa 1930s, it is veneered in richly figured book matched burl walnut. The piece reflects the transition betw...
Hardwood, Walnut, Burl
French Cabin Trunk by Innovation in Beige Canvas, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
1940s cabin trunk manufactured by Innovation. It is made all in wood and canvas, it has wooden black painted bars with metal protections and leather and ir...
Metal, Iron
French Cabin Trunk as Coffee Table in Beige Striped Canvas
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful beige canvas cabin suitcase / trunk with brown stripes, metal locks and leather handles, France, 1930s. Steel chromed metal plates locks and stud...
Metal, Steel
$45,000
H 15.8 in W 37.2 in D 15.8 in
1920s Art Déco J.M. Frank-Style Mica and Wood End Table by Comte S.A., Argentina
By Comte S.A., Jean-Michel Frank
Located in North Miami, FL
1920s Art Déco Jean-Michel Frank-style rectangular mica-covered wood auxiliary end table by Comte S.A., Argentina By: Comte S.A., Jean-Michel Frank (in the style of) Material: wood,...
Stone, Other
Set of Two of French Suitcases in Vellum and Leather
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful set of two suitcases made of cream leather and parchement, France, 1930s-1940s. Metal locks and studs and leather handles. The small one is made in vellum. The large one is...
Metal
Italian Art Deco Walnut & Zebrano Side Table – c.1930s
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
A charming Italian Art Deco side table from the 1930s featuring a richly grained walnut top with striking zebrano crossbanding. The top sits on four elegant cabriole legs in contrast...
Walnut
Pair of English Zinc Steamer Trunks / Coffee Tables
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two polished zinc cabin travel trunks / coffee tables by Mossman, England, 1930s They have gilt patinated iron locks, iron bindings and one has rubber handles, the other one h...
Metal, Iron, Zinc
$3,450
H 24.5 in Dm 26.25 in
Antique French 1920s Faux-Bois Stone Round Side Table on Custom-Made Iron Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large French faux-bois stone side table from the early 20th century mounted on a custom iron base. This French side table features a round light-colored faux-bois top, sitting abov...
Stone, Iron
$4,472
H 24.02 in Dm 23.63 in
1930s Italian Art Deco Brutalist Rational Bookmatched Burl Walnut Table, Pagano
By Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa, Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig, Osvaldo Borsani, Gino Maggioni
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
A refined Italian Art Deco occasional table, side table or end table. Circa 1930s, it is veneered in richly figured book matched burl walnut. The piece reflects the transition betw...
Hardwood, Walnut, Burl
$2,387
H 22.84 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
Dutch Art Deco Round Side Table, Oak, Tripod Column Base, 1930s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR
Dutch Art Deco Round Side Table, Oak, Tripod Column Base, 1930s. This oak side table is built with a circular top raised on a sculptural tripod base of three angled legs meeting a c...
Oak
$1,200Sale Price|65% Off
H 44.5 in W 48 in D 24 in
Early 20th Century Antique Painted Indian Rolling Merchant's Chest Trunk
Located in Lafayette, IN
Wonderful early 20th century merchants chest/trunk. Chest features solid wood construction, ornately carved decoration, iron hardware, and wheels. Cabinet has been fully painted in b...
Iron
Sold
H 19.69 in W 20.87 in D 18.12 in
1920s Small Goyard Hat Trunk, Goyard Trunk, 53 cm Goyard Steamer Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Goyard hat trunk is very special . Indeed, its proportions are very rare. It features the very sought after chevrons pattern canvas, two large leather side handles, ...
Brass
Sold
H 24.02 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in
1920s Goyard Hat Trunk, Goyard Trunk, Goyard Steamer Trunk, Goyard Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Goyard hat trunk features the very sought after chevrons pattern canvas, two large Goyard engraved brass side handles, solid brass corners and Goyard engraved brass ...
Brass
1920s 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 large leather side handles, solid brass corners and Goyard engraved brass locks. It's al...
Brass
1920s 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 large leather side handles, solid brass corners and Goyard engraved brass locks. It's al...
Brass
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...
Brass
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 cor...
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 locks and leather side handles. It still has got its Goyard plaques on both ...
Brass
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 cor...
Brass
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 locks and leather side handles. White and red stribes on each side. It is a very unus...
1930s Goyard Hat Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Goyard hat trunk features the very sought after chevrons pattern canvas, two leather side handles, solid brass corners and Goyard eng...
Poplar, Leather, Canvas
1930s Goyard Hat Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This very nice Goyard hat trunk features light brown canvas, solid brass locks, corners and studs as well as silver steel trim. Leather handle on the top. Two little plaques on the sides written: Malles Goyard...
Brass
1930s Black Leather Goyard Hat Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gorgeous black leather Goyard hat trunk featuring three brass locks, stamped Goyard and a leather handle on the top. It still has got its original Goy...
Leather, Wood
Goyard bags are made from coated canvas, leather trims, and fabric interiors. The exterior can be cleaned by wiping it down with a soft cloth dampened with gentle soap and water.
Goyard bags are of outstanding quality, featuring durable coated canvas material and excellent workmanship. Personalizations of Goyard bags are still hand-painted by Goyard artisans in the house’s ateliers.