Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Stackable travel trunks were the first products crafted by the renowned French luxury brand Louis Vuitton. Today, vintage Louis Vuitton trunks, which became available as railway travel was gaining popularity in the 1850s, are typically used as practical pieces of furniture or welcoming decor in modern homes.
The young Louis Vuitton (1821–92), who was born in Anchay, France, and founded his packing company in Paris in 1854 after apprenticing as a packer and box maker, began to make travel trunks as train travel expanded during the 19th century. Offering these new goods in his retail space on rue Neuve des Capucines would meet the demands of the clients who were shuffling on and off railcars in the country’s bustling capital. Trains as well as steamships were carrying travelers near and far, and Vuitton’s handcrafted rectangular trunks — an improvement on the standard round trunks, which didn’t store well — were soon coveted by the modern nomad. Initially, the wood trunks featured gray trianon canvas and, then, striped canvas of varying colors before they would proudly wear the famous Louis Vuitton monogram (integral to determining the authenticity of the brand’s revered handbags).
Louis Vuitton’s upright trunks — a variation on the brand’s first trunks that were introduced in 1858 — made for proper transportation of garments and doubled as actual wardrobes, ensuring that the finery of the day traveled wrinkle-free. Regardless of the orientation, the popular steamer trunks were equipped with bands to secure travel documents as well as convenient shelves and compartments of varying sizes for every possible traveling necessity, including barware.
In 1929, orchestra conductor Leopold Stokowski commissioned Georges Vuitton to design a special trunk. Georges was the only son of Louis Vuitton and had taken over the company’s operations when his father died in 1892. This special commission would yield no ordinary piece of luggage: Stokowski was music director of the Philadelphia orchestra, conducted the classical works for Walt Disney’s Fantasia and would help form the New York City Symphony.
He traveled the world with frequency and basically needed a portable office. Thus, the Secretaire Stokowski was covered in rugged canvas that was branded with the famous Louis Vuitton insignia, featured hardware in solid brass and stood over two feet tall. It was fitted with a foldout desk (subsequent models offered a desk finished in solid beech), drawers for sheet music and a box crafted specifically to hold Stokowski’s typewriter and more.
Today, Louis Vuitton’s furniture lines include sofas and edgy lounge chairs by the likes of designers such as Marcel Wanders and stools by Tokujin Yoshioka, but for vintage collectors and interior designers creating stylish living rooms, it’s usually all about the trunks.
Featuring exterior fabrics such as the brand’s signature Damier (French for checkerboard), heritage Louis Vuitton trunks nowadays add a rich air of nostalgia to contemporary homes more often than they do in private railcars. Whether they’re used as durable coffee tables, nightstands or case pieces, these time-tested steamer trunks are versatile. The right vintage Louis Vuitton trunk can prove a dynamic home accent for modern interiors or, nestled alongside distressed exposed brick walls, a sophisticated furnishing for rustic loft spaces. Find yours on 1stDibs today.
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Creator: Louis Vuitton
20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk, France c.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An exquisite and complete Louis Vuitton trunk from the early part of the 20th century. An absolutely essential item for elite travellers of its time the trunk is adorned in the iconic LV monogrammed canvas, accented by lozine trim and brass fittings. This trunk stood as the epitome of luxury over 100 years ago, boasting an unparalleled level of sophistication and elegance, it remains a timeless masterpiece that transcends eras.
The captivating allure of the Louis Vuitton trunk transforms it into more than a mere luggage accessory; it becomes a focal point for any room. With its impressive dimensions, it is perfectly suited as a striking coffee table, side table, or even as a standalone centrepiece, seamlessly integrating into any interior, whether modern or traditional. An extraordinary piece that not only pays homage to the past but also serves as a statement of unparalleled luxury in the present.
A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born in 1821 to a farmer and milliner and came from a long-established working-class family in eastern France. Vuitton grew up understanding the effects of perseverance and a strong work ethic from watching his family. At the age of 16, he made the decision to walk 292 miles from his hometown to Paris to try and make a new life for himself. When he arrived the city was in the midst of industrialization with current modes of transportation evolving quickly allowing for longer journeys. With this came the need for sturdy travel pieces.
Vuitton was taken as an apprentice for a successful box maker and packer named Monsieur Marechal. He learned to craft durable containers and how to pack them properly – a well-respected profession at the time.In 1854, years after he had mastered his craft and became well respected for it, Vuitton ventured out on his own to open a shop on Rue Neuve des Capucines. It was here that he began to establish himself as a luggage maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had rounded tops to allow for water to run off but this did not allow for convenient stowage. Vuitton introduced a flat, yet waterproof, trunk that was easily stackable. The first of his trunks were outfitted with a grey canvas referred to as Trianon – it wouldn’t be until several decades later that the signature monogram would be introduced.
With a burgeoning business, Vuitton moved his family and workplace to Asniere, where he employed twenty workers to craft his trunks. By 1900 he would have 100 employees, and in 1914 the company would more than double in size. After years of success, Vuitton began to experiment with the design of his luggage by introducing a new striped canvas pattern (1876) and later the still well-known Damier print (1888). The hand-painted patterns were developed to prevent counterfeits. Even in the late 1800s, Louis Vuitton was enough of a status symbol to warrant counterfeiting. In 1886, his son George invented and patented an ingenious locking system that made it impossible to pick the lock of their trunks. This lock is still used today.
1892 would prove to be a time of mourning for the family as Louis Vuitton passed...
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20th Century French Other Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Suitcase, Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Alzer 80
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This piece of luggage is a magnificent Louis Vuitton Alzer monogramm suitcase. This 80 cm suitcase is the largest and the most luxury one made by Louis Vuitton. It features all Louis...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Vintage Louis Vuitton Suitcase, Monogrammed Coated Canvas, Medium-Sized
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage classic Louis Vuitton soft side suitcase with leather trims, zipper closure and wheels for easy transport. Open interior for you to pack as you like. Medium sized.
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Late 20th Century French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
1920's Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk in Stenciled Monogram, 90 cm Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This very nice Louis Vuitton trunk features hand stenciled monogram canvas , chocolate brown color lozine trim and Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass locks and brass and steel clasps,...
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1920s French Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Small 1920s Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Trunk , 60 cm Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This lovely little Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram, all chocolate color leather trim, solid brass corners, locks, and side handles. Its brass locks, studs and...
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1920s French Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Vintage Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas & Leather Golf Bag Caddy 1970s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Troy, MI
A vintage Louis Vuitton golf bag circa 1960s - 1970s
Beautiful example with nice patina in monogrammed canvas with natural leather trim and shoulder stra...
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1970s French Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, 90 cm Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features stenciled canvas monogram, Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass locks, studs and large leather side handles. It also has got honey col...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Suitcase, Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Alzer 70
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This piece of luggage is a magnificent Louis Vuitton Alzer monogramm suitcase. This 70 cm suitcase is almost the largest and surely the most luxury one made by Louis Vuitton. It feat...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
1920's Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk in Stenciled Monogram, 90 cm Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This very nice Louis Vuitton trunk features hand stenciled monogram canvas , light honey color lozine trim and Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass locks and clasps, Louis Vuitton stamp...
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1920s French Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Vuitton Trunk, 90 cm Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features stenciled canvas monogram, Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass locks, brass studs and leather side handles. This Vuitton trunk also h...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Early Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, C. 1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Early Louis Vuitton trunk, c. 1910, with LV insignia pattern having one interior tray, Monogram travel labels, Interior label, Rue Scribe Par...
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1910s French Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Wood
FULLY RESTORED ANTiQUE LOUIS VUITTON STAMPED MONOGRAM WARDROBE TRUNK
By Louis Vuitton
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning fully restored original Louis Vuitton steamer small wardrobe Monogram Trunk RRP £55...
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1910s French Edwardian Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass, Copper
Louis Vuitton Monogram Suitcase / Luggage or Trunk, Alzer 80, Mid 20th Century
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Stamford, CT
Louis Vuitton Monogram Suitcase / Trunk, Alzer 80, Mid 20th Century
A Louis Vuitton Monogramed Hard Suitcase. In good to fair conditio...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Canvas
DECORATIVE PAIR OF RESTORED ANTiQUE LOUIS VUITTON MONOGRAM SUITCASE TRUNKS
By Louis Vuitton
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning pair of fully restored original Louis Vuitton Monogram Suitcase...
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1910s French Edwardian Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton Trunk in Woven Canvas, Louis Vuitton 100 cm Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Antique end of the 19th century genuine and superb Louis Vuitton "Malle Courrier" or steamer trunk, medium size, rare and sought after Tisse' monogram canvas, silver color metal bound with brass studs, reinforced with wooden laths, with wheels to the base and large leather handles to either end.Its handles are embossed Louis Vuitton on its flanges.
It has got a very warm and lively look thanks to its patinated by time woven canvas.
Its main lock, made of solid brass is stamped Louis Vuitton, as well as all its brass studs .Its lock number is stamped.
Its interior is all original too, lined with a beige fabric but its quilting under its lid has been redone a while ago..It also has its 2 original removable trays
Brand tag on the internal side of the cover reading "Louis Vuitton I. Rue scribe...
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1890s French Antique Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass, Steel
20th Century Louis Vuitton Suitcase Classic Monogram Canvas 60s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Turin, Turin
Timeless suitcase by Louis Vuitton from the 60s with rounded edges and a double zipper. It is easy to carry with its comfortable rounded handles and bears a removable ID holder. It i...
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1960s French Modern Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Leather
FULLY RESTORED ANTiQUE 1910 LOUIS VUITTON STAMPED & SIGNED MALLE PENDERIE TRUNK
By Louis Vuitton
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning fully restored original Louis Vuitton 1910 steamer wardrobe, Malle Penderie trunk i...
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1910s French Edwardian Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass, Copper
Le catalogue - Louis Vuitton w/ Price List & Taiga Pamphlet - 1993 Number 1
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rochester, NY
Le catalogue - Louis Vuitton - 1993 number 1 - printed in France. Black white and color illustrations. Text in French and English. Product Index and comprehensive list of stores worl...
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1990s French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Louie Vuitton Monogram Keepall Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bradenton, FL
Timeless early 20th century Louis Vuitton Keepall travel Bag in classic monogrammed leather. Gold brass hardware, padlock and leather trim/tag all have the unique Louis Vuitton monog...
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Leather
Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk, Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton wardrobe features stenciled monogram canvas, lozine trims and solid brass lock, clasps and studs.
Lock, clasps and studs are all marked Louis Vuitton. Customised hand painted French flag on its top and on its bottom adds some personality and elegance.It also features a couple of travel labels.
Its interior is complete with its original hangers, a folding hanging section, and a series of drawers with leather pulling handles.
Its drawer's inside are very clean too and all original.Its last compartment was used to store 2 pais of...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton Monogram Travel Garment Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful Louis Vuitton Garment Bag - holds several shirts and suits with a convenient handle for carrying after folded. The bag also has a hook for hanging over any door for easy...
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20th Century French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Large Vintage Louis Vuitton Double Strap Leather Suitcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large Vintage Louis Vuitton leather suitcase. This beautiful piece of luggage features a round top handle and buckle fastenings. Cream colored inside fabric is in good condition and ...
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20th Century French Modern Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Leather
20th Century Louis Vuitton Keepall Bag Classic Monogram Canvas '80s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Turin, Turin
An icon since 1930, the Keepall represents the spirit of the modern traveler. Lightweight, soft, and always ready for an impromptu departure, the bag lives up to its name. Timeless K...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Leather
Vintage Boho Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in west palm beach, FL
A spectacular vintage Boho Steamer trunk. Made by the prestigious Louis Vuitton group. All over patina from time and use. This is a well loved trunk! Marked on the lock. Three interior stacking shelves...
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Early 20th Century French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Wood, Leather
Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Vuitton Courrier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This spectacular Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram canvas, deep black color lozine trim, LV stamped solid brass locks and studs as well as leather side handles ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Original Louis Vuitton Monogrammed Steamer Trunk, Fully Complete with All Pieces
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Shrewsbury, GB
A truly luxurious and a fantastic example of a wardrobe trunk in amazing condition; covered in Louis Vuitton from the first quarter of the 20th century, originally designed for inter...
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Stainless Steel
20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France, c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Gorgeous and most importantly complete, this early 20th century Louis Vuitton trunk was the must have item of any elite traveller. Covered in the world famous LV monogrammed canvas, ...
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20th Century French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Antique Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, c. 1870's
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Louis Vuitton steamer trunk with its original interior sticker showcasing its provenance and serial number. Adorned with sleek black metal trim and hardware which includes "LV"...
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1870s French Antique Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Metal
20th Century Louis Vuitton "Malle Haute" In Monogram Canvas, France, c.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An exquisite “malle haute“ (tall trunk) by Louis Vuitton, early 20th century. The malle haute is the largest of the standard sizes, any trunk larger than this one would have been cus...
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20th Century French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton LV Monogram 'Bisten' Suitcase, circa 1990
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton large ‘Bisten’ suitcase in LV monogram pattern coated canvas with edges trimmed in lozine and polished brass fittings.
Securing the lid of the case is a central sprung...
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1990s French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Shoe Trunk, Louis Vuitton Shoe Case, Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This trunk was a special order made in 2000's. It features checkers canvas, or damier ébène and stamped LV solid brass locks, corners and studs. On the top is the leather handle, Lou...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton Suitcase Trunk with Key
By Louis Vuitton
Located in North Bergen, NJ
French, 20th century. A Louis Vuitton suitcase with a monogram canvas exterior, leather and brass-bound (all rivets and hardware are marked), opens to fitted interior with removable ...
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Early 20th Century Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Antique Louis Vuitton Monogram Cube Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bradenton, FL
Rare antique French early 20th century Louis Vuitton monogrammed luggage cube trunk. Features previous owners initials along with blue and whi...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Leather
Pair Vintage 1920's, 30's Louis Vuitton Alzer 80 and 70 monogram luggage
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair Vintage 1920's, 30's Louis Vuitton Alzer 80 and 70 monogram luggage .Original hardware/detailing with leather handles. Personalized hand pa...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton LV Monogram 'Fly-el' Suitcase, circa 1985
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton large ‘Fly-el’ suitcase in LV monogram pattern coated canvas with edges trimmed in lozine, a layered leather flat handle and unpolished brass fittings.
Securing the li...
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1980s French Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
Exceptionally Large Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk, circa 1955
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
A rare, very large scale brass bound Louis Vuitton wardrobe trunk in LV Monogram with lozine trim and original interior fittings providing hanging space; circa 1955. Has the original...
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1950s French Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass, Metal
Louis Vuitton LV Monogram 'Alzer' Suitcase, circa 1995
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton large ‘Alzer’ suitcase in LV monogram pattern coated canvas with edges trimmed in lozine and unpolished brass fittings. The lid of the case is secured by a central spru...
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1990s French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
Black Motoring, Car Trunk, Louis Vuitton
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Louis Vuitton Car, Motoring Trunk.
The Louis Vuitton motoring luggage case is in good usable condition with two brass lever clips to keep the lid firml...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
20th Century Louis Vuitton "President" Briefcase In Monogram Canvas, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A charming Louis Vuitton hard-sided case, late 20th century, the exterior finished in the famous monogram canvas with brass fittings. This beautiful example is in fantastic condition...
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20th Century French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton Monogram Cabin Trunk, circa 1905
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
A wonderful brass bound Louis Vuitton LV monogram cabin trunk that is taller than usual and would be perfect as a coffee table. Comes complete with its original interior and tray. Th...
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Early 1900s French Antique Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton Alzer 80 Monogram Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Uckfield, Sussex
The Alzer suitcase is a symbol of both affluence and convenience. It is also a symbol of traditional Louis Vuitton travel. This suitcase has been in production for several decades, and is still one of the most sought after pieces of luxury luggage. The design is noticeably based off the original trunk model featuring a flat, square top that Louis Vuitton introduced for the ease of packing and stacking luggage. The Alzer 80...
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1990s French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
1920's-1930's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, 80 cm Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram canvas, deep chocolate color leather trim, LV stamped solid brass locks and studs as well as solid brass side hand...
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1920s French Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton Le Catalogue Reference Book 1997
By Louis Vuitton
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton Le Catalogue Reference Book 1997. From the Louis Vuitton store in Rodeo Drive Beverly Hills in California.
Master suitcase mak...
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20th Century French Modern Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Paper
Louis Vuitton Silver Travel Cutlery in Leather Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Delft, NL
A Louis Vuitton silver travel cutlery in leather case.
The travel cutlery made by Nicolas Demontay, Paris with silver hallmark of France for small o...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Metal, Silver
1950s Louis Vuitton 50 cm Duffel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic vintage Louis Vuitton 50 cm duffle bag. Perfect for weekend trips, this LV monogram print duffle is made with saddle leather and brass hardwar...
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1950s French Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk in Damier Canvas, Paris, C.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the rarest Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered, this trunk is covered in the world famous damier (checkerboard) canvas. Dating to around 1900, it is a perfect example of such trunks. With its leather trim, brass studs, fittings and locks it still shows the same elegance as it did well over 100 years ago and is a testament to the durability of the best trunk maker in the world.
Today it makes for a wonderful piece of interior design, both decorative and useful. This particular example has very unusual proportions, measuring 70cm in height but a narrower 90cm in width. Usually trunks with a height of 70cm have a width of 110cm, so quite possibly this trunk was a special order made for Mr or Mrs Waters. The lettering on both sides are original from the Louis Vuitton factory...
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20th Century French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton Suitcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Luis Vuitton suitcase.
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Leather
20th Century Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk in Monogram Canvas, France, circa 1930
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
This example is a Louis Vuitton trunk that dates to around 1910. It is covered in the world famous LV monogrammed canvas, with its leather borders and brass fittings this trunk would...
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20th Century French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Leather, Canvas
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Cosmetic Vanity Travel Trunk Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bradenton, FL
Louis Vuitton Boite Flacons Monogram vanity travel case - A vintage Louis Vuitton Beauty Case in monogram canvas with brass hardware and re...
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Mid-20th Century French Belle Époque Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Leather
Vintage Louis Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Serial R05966, monogrammed LV canvas having gold toned brass hardware, lock, (2) trunk latches all having LV monogram, Vachetta leather handle and strapping,...
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1950s French Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
Vintage Louis Vuitton Beaubourg Weekender LV Monogram Canvas Bag France DU2161
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Louis Vuitton Beaubourg Weekender duffle bag crafted from brown monogram canvas with cowhide leather trim, canvas straps, and...
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Late 20th Century Modern Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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Brass
Louis Vuitton Paris Alize 24 Heures Brown Monogram Boston Duffel Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dayton, OH
Louis Vuitton Paris Alize 24 Heures Monogram Travel Bag in the classic monogram pattern that features round top handles and gold-toned hardware. It is designed with a convenient fron...
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Late 20th Century Modern Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Leather, Canvas
20th Century Louis Vuitton Suitcase Alzer 80, 1970
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Epfach, DE
909481 Alzer 80 80 cm x 26 cm 52.5 cm with removable tray
Louis Vuitton suitcase, Alzer 80 with removable tray, in wonderful, well-kept condition with origin...
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20th Century French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Leather
Vtg Louis Vuitton Keepall Bandouliere 45 Malletier LV Monogram Boston Bag 21"
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dayton, OH
1980s Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall Bandouliere 45 Boston duffle bag crafted from brown monogram canvas with leather straps and go...
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Late 20th Century Modern Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
1930’s Louis Vuitton Monogram Cabin Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A well worn and well-used Vuitton Cabin Trunk from the Golden Age of Travel bearing the marks, tears and losses of a well-travelled piece. Worn label insi...
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1930s European Hollywood Regency Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
Louis Vuitton Suitcase Alzer 80 Monogram
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Uckfield, Sussex
The Alzer suitcase is a symbol of both affluence and convenience. It is also a symbol of traditional Louis Vuitton travel. This suitcase has been in production for several decades, and is still one of the most sought after pieces of luxury luggage. The design is noticeably based off the original trunk model featuring a flat, square top that Louis Vuitton introduced for the ease of packing and stacking luggage. The Alzer 80...
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Late 20th Century French Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
Louis Vuitton Vintage Suitcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage suitcase by Louis Vuitton, in great vintage condition. France 1940s.
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1940s French Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
Louis Vuitton Trunk, 1940s France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom vintage Louis Vuitton trunk from the 1940s. Stunning display piece with irregular shape/opening. Perfect for storing papers, books o...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Louis Vuitton More Furniture and Collectibles
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024No, not all Louis Vuitton items have date codes. The brand introduced the codes in 1982, so vintage bags produced before that date lack the code. In March 2021, Louis Vuitton began adding authentication microchips to their bags instead of stamping on date codes. You’ll find a large selection of authentic Louis Vuitton apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024How you wear a Louis Vuitton bandeau is a matter of personal preference because it can be worn many ways. In fact, the versatility of the accessory is part of what makes it so popular. Common styles include tying it in a knot around your neck like a scarf or wrapping it around your head as a headband. Shop a range of designer bandeau scarves on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024No, Supreme is not owned by Louis Vuitton. VF Corporation, which is based in Denver, Colorado, owns Supreme. A company called LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, which is headquartered in Paris, owns Louis Vuitton. However, Louis Vuitton x Supreme bags, clothing and accessories are the product of one of the most influential Louis Vuitton collaborations.
For many years, luxury and street were totally separate domains. But a bridge joining them developed steadily during the first decades of the 21st century. Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse edged the legacy brand toward the street, while Supreme's 2012 collaboration with Comme de Garçons married street cred to high style.
The Louis Vuitton x Supreme collab hit the runway in 2017. "Come all ye hypebeasts," announced Office magazine. "Today's Louis Vuitton Fall/Winter menswear show featured official Supreme x LV items, and the internet is freaking out."
Shop Louis Vuitton x Supreme apparel and accessories on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024Wrap your Louis Vuitton bag’s handles with a scarf by knotting one end of the scarf at the base of one side of the handle. Continue winding the scarf around the handle, wrapping it as you go. Once you reach the other side, knot it at the base of the other side’s handle. Take care to wrap evenly and try to match the length of the tail at both sides. A good tail length covers the leather of the handle to offer extra protection. Shop for your next authentic Louis Vuitton bag or scarf from the wide variety on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024Louis Vuitton canvas will soften naturally over time with regular use. This process leads to a beautiful bag that nestles comfortably at your side. Find a wide array of authentic Louis Vuitton products available from top boutiques worldwide on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024Yes, it is very common for Louis Vuitton items to have upside down LV logos because their leather goods are often made with one continuous piece of leather. Some handbag styles, like the Louis Vuitton Speedy, use one large piece of leather wrapped round the exterior, resulting in upside down LV logos. Shop a wide range of Louis Vuitton garments and handbags on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024Yes, prior to 1991 some Louis Vuitton handbags were made with Eclair zip closures. Branded zippers are a good way to confirm authenticity in some vintage styles. Vintage Louis Vuitton bags sometimes include Talon and C&C zippers as well. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage Louis Vuitton items.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024To find the date code on Louis Vuitton handbags, look to the interior. Unlike other luxury brands, Louis Vuitton does not come with authenticity cards but rather a date code stamped in the lining or on a leather tab within an interior pocket. Note, Louis Vuitton did not include date codes in their handbags until 1982 and stopped including date codes as of March 2021. Newer Louis Vuitton items instead have an RFLD chip. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of authentic Louis Vuitton items.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024To put the strap on a Louis Vuitton wristlet, you can slip the strap through one of the side strap loops in the bag. Then, tuck the clasp-accented end of the strap through the slit in the opposite end of the strap. Finally, secure the clasp end to the same loop, or the loop on the opposite side of the wristlet, as desired. Browse a selection of authentic Louis Vuitton wristlets from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024To read a Louis Vuitton date code, look at the first two letters that represent the location of where it was made. These letters are followed by four numbers, the first and third of which tell which week of the year that the product was made, and the second and fourth tell which year it was made. You’ll find a wide variety of authentic Louis Vuitton products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024Like with most Louis Vuitton handbags, the date code for a Louis Vuitton Speedy will be located inside the handbag in the internal pocket, stamped on a leather tab. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of authentic Louis Vuitton Speedy handbags.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024There is no process to quickly add patina to your Louis Vuitton leather goods. The iconic luxury brand's leather handbags and shoulder bags, for example, will develop a layer of patina with time and continuous use.
Patina refers to the natural aging of your Louis Vuitton leather goods. This aging affects the look, feel and color of your leather bag or accessory, and it occurs owing to everyday use as well as to the item's exposure to the oils in your skin and nature's elements.
See Louis Vuitton's official website for guidance on caring for your leather goods, and find a collection of the brand's bags and accessories on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024Louis Vuitton’s leather is sourced worldwide and manufactured in France, Spain and the U.S. The high-fashion retailer has pledged to source responsibly as part of its sustainability program. Find leather looks from Louis Vuitton from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024If you want to remove the sticky lining in your Louis Vuitton bag, there are several different methods you can use. Some people use tape to pull off the lining, others use an alcohol-based product, and some just use a water-dampened cloth to rub off the lining. It should be noted that you want to be very careful removing the lining as it can damage the bag. The lining is patented by Louis Vuitton and designed to be water resistant, providing an extra layer of protection inside your handbag. On 1stDibs, you’ll find an assortment of vintage and contemporary Louis Vuitton handbags from some of the top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024The pronunciation of Louis Vuitton and Louboutin are similar and can be confusing because they are both French names. Louis Vuitton is pronounced LOO-ee (pause) vuh-TAAN, while Louboutin is pronounced LOO-buh-TAAN. Find an assortment of both Louboutin and Louis Vuitton products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024Louis Vuitton recommends protecting its canvas products by keeping them away from water, oil, perfume, alcohol-based solutions, direct heat and light, humidity, or environments that are too hot or cold. Prolonged exposure to any of the elements or environments listed above may cause premature wear. It should also be noted that repeated contact with hard or rough surfaces may cause a worn appearance. You’ll find a variety of Louis Vuitton canvas products from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024Supreme x Louis Vuitton collaboration pieces can be purchased directly through both brand sites as well as through multiple retailers. For physical store locations, consult either brands’ websites. Supreme x Louis Vuitton collaboration pieces are available for purchase through multiple platforms, including 1stDibs. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. Browse vetted retailers through 1stDibs’ style guide.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024Yes, if they’re post-1980. Modern Louis Vuitton products have date codes that indicate the country of manufacture and the time of year it was made. The date codes are usually tucked away in seams or pockets. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a large collection of authentic Louis Vuitton products from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Where you can find the date code on a Louis Vuitton wallet varies based on the style. Most often, the brand stamps the date code directly onto the space above a seam or onto a tag located along a seam. Wallets made before 1982 and after March 2021 don't have date codes. Shop a large collection of expertly vetted Louis Vuitton wallets on 1stDibs.
- Do Louis Vuitton shoes run small?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Whether or not Louis Vuitton shoes run small depends on the style in question. In some cases, the brand's shoes are about a half size smaller than standard sizing. However, others are true to size. Generally, Louis Vuitton shoes tend to be slightly narrow, so you may need to go up a half size if you have wide feet or prefer a roomier fit. Find a collection of Louis Vuitton shoes on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Some do. Louis Vuitton shoes typically run true to size for sneakers and flats. For pumps and heels, they can run about a 1/2 size small with some exceptions. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Louis Vuitton apparel on 1stDibs.