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.
Find unique Goyard purses, crossbody and messenger bags, top handle bags, wallets and other accessories on 1stDibs.
Goyard Vendome Jewelry Watch Box Case Yellow Hard Travel Trunk Display
By Goyard
Located in Miami, FL
- Yellow exterior - Multi compartment interior - Two clasp closure Condition: The case is in overall great condition with no major imperfections Measurements: ( Approximately ...
Natural Malachite and Desert Rose Gemstone Owl Jewelry Box
By Michael Kanners
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Enjoy the beauty of natural gemstones with just the right artistic touch. The all natural malachite box is made up of individual slabs which have been perfectly matched to show the ...
Malachite
Lipstick Case Pendant Necklace Sapphire 14 Karat Gold Antique Belle Epoque
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A SPECTACULAR ANTIQUE SAPPHIRE ADORNED LIPSTICK CASE PENDANT NECKLACE IN SOLID 14 KARAT GOLD OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY. THE JEWEL IS SIMILAR TO THOSE BY CARTIER. THE LIPSTI...
Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Sterling Silver Heart Box Jewelry Dresser Pill Patch Box
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL ANTIQUE VICTORIAN HEART SHAPE BOX WITH A STERLING SILVER REPOUSSE ENGRAVED TOP OF EXTRAORDINARY BEAUTY WITH A CRYSTAL BOTTOM. THE SILVER JEWELRY, KEEPSAKE, DRES...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$595
W 1 in D 0.5 in L 1.25 in
Silver Hardstone Snuff Box by Aide & Lovekin 1908 Leaf Motif Antique Edwardian
Located in New York, NY
This is a Museum piece, an Edwardian Silver and Hardstone-mounted Snuff Box marked for Aide & Lovekin Ltd., Birmingham, 1908, from the collection of the Indianapolis Museum of Art. ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$3,000
H 2 in W 1.4 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Marguerite Flower Perfume Scent Bottle Original Pouch France
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare and wonderful antique Silver Van Cleef & Arpels France Scent Perfume Bottle in the iconic Van Cleef Marguerite flower motif design with its original Van Cleef pouch. This exceptional vintage French silver scent bottle has a circular shaped moon flask form. The surface of the body is embellished with chased decorated marguerite designs...
Sterling Silver, Silver
Pill box with 4 compartments engraved in 925 sterling silver
Located in Perugia, IT
Pill box with 4 compartments engraved in 925 sterling silver Dimensions: mm 53 x 53 x 14 Weight g 63 Square shape with floral pattern engravings on the front, all the rest of the bo...
Sterling Silver
$1,534
H 0.6 in W 2.76 in L 3.15 in
Antique Silver Cigarette Case, Art Nouveau Style, French, 19th Century
Located in Rome, IT
This item is an antique silver cigarette case with decorative engravings, likely dating to the Art Nouveau or Liberty period. Material: Sterling silver with embossing and engraving. ...
Silver
Calderoni Circa 1950 Italian Silver Gilt Enamel Box, La Scala Design
By Calderoni
Located in Firenze, IT
Of rounded corners square shape, the lid painted to depict the theater “La Scala” in Milano Dimension: 7.5 x 7.5 cm Weight: 200 gr Italian silver marks In the Calderoni Gioielli ...
Sterling Silver, Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Malachite Brass Pill Jewelry Box Antique Lidded
Located in New York, NY
Here is an elegant Antique Art Deco Malachite and Brass lidded jewelry or pill or trinket box. This piece features vibrant, wonderful quality green malachite with stunning graining. ...
Malachite, Brass
$47,939
W 1.58 in D 0.28 in L 2.37 in
Lacloche Frères Enamel and Diamond Vanity Box, French, circa 1920
By Lacloche Freres
Located in London, GB
Lacloche Frères enamel and diamond vanity box. Set to centre with sixty five round rose cut diamonds in closed back grain settings with an approximate combined weight of 0.50 carats,...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Russian Art Nouveau Gold Enamel Pill Box
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and unusual Art Nouveau 14K two tone gold and enamel pill box. It features an enamel top with grape leaves motif around it; also features an intri...
18k Gold
JEAN DUNAND Enamel and Metal Cigarette Box
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A large metal box decorated with two triangle decorations in red and eggshell enamel on a brown back ground, signed: Jean Dunand, circa 1925.