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.
Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Vuitton Malle Haute 110 Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb contemporary Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features the beautiful monogram canvas, all golden honey color lozine leather trimmingst, LV stamped solid brass locks and studs...
Brass
1900's All Leather Louis Vuitton Trunk, Vuitton Steamer Trunk 90cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This beautiful Louis Vuitton trunk is very unusual by its dimensions and also due to the fact it is all leather. This Louis Vuitton trunk, showcasing the brand’s exceptional early cr...
Brass
Louis Vuitton Iron and Marble Dining or Center Table, 1930s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Culver City, CA
This table is absolutely stunning. A vintage iron Louis Vuitton dining or display table with a custom marble top. We acquired this table with a bit...
Marble, Iron
Louis Vuitton X Yayoi Kusama Limited Edition Monogram Pumpkin Cotteville 40
By Louis Vuitton, Yayoi Kusama
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This very rare and highly collectible Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama Cotteville 40 trunk was born from the celebrated ultra limited-edition collaboration between the Louis Vuitton and ...
Brass
Vintage Louis Vuitton Trunk Made into Coffee Table with Custom Base
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage Louis Vuitton trunk from the late 1970s to early 1980s finds new life as a distinctive coffee table, seamlessly blending luxury with functionality. The monogrammed canvas, framed by signature lozine trim and reinforced brass hardware, speaks to the era’s craftsmanship, while the patinated leather handle and original LV-embossed tag retain the trunk’s travel heritage. Elevated on a custom black metal base, the piece gains modern versatility, transforming a storied luggage piece into a striking centerpiece. With its lift-top design, the trunk offers concealed storage, ideal for stowing away throws, magazines, or board games in a living room. In a den or lounge, it becomes a conversation piece, effortlessly merging vintage Louis Vuitton charm...
Metal, Brass
$15,692Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Louis Vuitton Table, Art Deco, France, 1920s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Louis Vuitton & Art Deco Stunning Louis Vuitton Art Deco table with original green leather top. Beautiful and rare Louis Vuitton Art Deco table with traces of the original paint on cast iron frame and original patinated, crackled, green leather top. Model bearing the logo of the house Louis Vuitton with the presence of the stamp "LV PARIS" in relief in a medallion. Designed and manufactured in 1920s. According to the previous owner and its provenance it was part of a series of restaurant pieces for the Orient Express...
Iron
Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, High Vuitton Trunk in Checkers Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features the very sought after checkers canvas, all leather chocolate color trim, LV stamped solid brass locks and studs as well as solid bras...
Brass
1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 100 cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram canvas, honey color lozine trim, LV stamped solid brass locks and studs as well as leather side handles and brass ...
Brass
1920's Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk in Stenciled Monogram , Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Very nice Louis Vuitton hand stenciled monogram canvas featuring chocolate color leather trim and LV stamped solid brass locks and clasps, LV stamped studs as well as LV stamped soli...
Brass
Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, High Vuitton Trunk in Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features the beautiful hand painted stenciled monogram canvas, all leather golden honey color trim, LV stamped solid brass locks and studs as ...
Brass
Louis Vuitton Vintage Trunk Made into Coffee Table on Custom Base
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage Louis Vuitton trunk from the late 1970s to early 1980s finds new life as a distinctive coffee table, seamlessly blending luxury with functionality. The monogrammed canvas, framed by signature lozine trim and reinforced brass hardware, speaks to the era’s craftsmanship, while the patinated leather handle and original LV-embossed tag retain the trunk’s travel heritage. Elevated on a custom black metal base, the piece gains modern versatility, transforming a storied luggage piece into a striking centerpiece. With its lift-top design, the trunk offers concealed storage, ideal for stowing away throws, magazines, or board games in a living room. In a den or lounge, it becomes a conversation piece, effortlessly merging vintage Louis Vuitton charm...
Metal, Brass
Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Suitcase, Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Alzer 75
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This piece of luggage is a magnificent Louis Vuitton Alzer monogramm suitcase. This 75 cm suitcase is almost the largest and surely the most luxury one made by Louis Vuitton. It feat...
Brass
Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Suitcase, Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Alzer 75
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This piece of luggage is a magnificent Louis Vuitton Alzer monogramm suitcase. This 75 cm suitcase is almost the largest and surely the most luxury one made by Louis Vuitton. It feat...
Brass
Beautiful Art Deco Table by Rex for Louis Vuitton, Paris, 1930s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Art Deco table by Rex for Louis Vuitton, Paris, 1930s.
Iron
Louis Vuitton Bistro Table, France, 1920s, dining cafe table
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Antique bistro table by Louis Vuitton, featuring a rectangular marble top and a sculptural red-painted metal base with cross-bracing. A striking example of French Art Deco design, co...
Metal
FULLY RESTORED 1920 LOUIS VUITTON FRANCE WARDROBE STEAMER TRUNK STENCiL MONOGRAM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning fully restored original Louis Vuitton 1920 steamer wardrobe trunk originally owne...
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...
Brass
Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Vuitton Malle Haute 110 Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb contemporary Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features the beautiful damier graphite canvas, all LV embossed black leather trim, LV stamped palladium locks and studs as well a...
Brass
A Vintage Louis Vuitton LV Canvas & Wrought Iron Console Table
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Louis Vuitton LV Canvas & Wrought Iron Console Table, France, Louis Vuitton Canvas circa 1960s, Wrought Iron Tables Later 20th Century Custom made A striking vintage Lo...
Wrought Iron
Black Louis Vuitton Motoring Trunk, Louis Vuitton Trunk, Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beautiful and very unusual black waterproof canvas Louis Vuitton auto trunk featuring LV stamped solid brass locks, clasps and brass studs as well as brass and leather side handles. ...
Brass
Art Deco Walnut Console, Side Table, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this English, 1930s Art Deco console table in beautiful walnut veneers. Ideal size for modern use, either to use as focal point for a room with either flowe...
Walnut
Stunning Quality Console Table in the Art Deco Style
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning quality walnut console table in the Art Deco style with a curvilinear, clean design and a superb patina to the wood. The moulded curved top raised over frieze with two dra...
Metal
Monumental Canvas and Leather Steamer Trunk Coffee Table 5 Ft.
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A handsome Campaign-style steamer trunk or coffee table executed in ivory canvas panels, honey-toned hardwood battens, and black leather-bound trim detailed with brass nailhead tacks...
Brass
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
Custom Made Turkish Rug Ottoman with Iron Base
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom made Cocktail ottoman Size: 48" x 48" x 18" Iron base finished in antique bronze finish. This item was constructed using a vintage turkish rug, this hemp and wool rug is a ...
Metal, Iron
Louis Vuitton Style Steamer Hat Trunk by Crouch & Fitzgerald
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous early 20th century Art Deco period steamer hat trunk made in the style and manner of Louis Vuitton by Crouch and Fitzgerald, New York City. The whimsical cube shaped trunk f...
Brass
Table Art Deco, France, 1920 in Marquetry
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Table Material: Wood Style: Art Deco France We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your dispo...
Wood
Blackened Oak Custom-Made Coffee Table
By Holland & Company
Located in New York, NY
Striking in its simplicity and rich in character, this custom-made round coffee table is crafted from beautifully blackened oak and thoughtfully designed to elevate any modern interi...
Oak
Round Art Deco Style Dining or Center Table in Real Wood Veneer
Located in Ulm, DE
Art Deco style round dining table Macassar, high gloss lacquer Black lacquer Manufacture in the style of art deco, 2000s Dime...
Wood, Macassar
Art Deco High End Walnut Console-Side Table, French, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this English, 1930s Art Deco console table in beautiful walnut veneers. A rare opportunity to acquire such high styled and totally original Art Deco table. ...
Aluminum
$62,500
H 44.38 in W 25.75 in D 21.5 in
Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Stamford, CT
Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order Style m12031 Custom with a wait time of up to two years. We are pleased to offer one of two large and impressi...
Brass
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
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H 19.69 in W 35.44 in D 20.08 in
1920's Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk in Stenciled Monogram, 90 cm Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton cabin trunk is very rare. Indeed, its dimensions are small for a cabin trunk since it reaches only 90 cm wide . .This Vuitton trunk features hand stenciled ...
Brass
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H 20.87 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 110 cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features hand painted stenciled monogram canvas, honey color lozine trim, LV stamped solid brass lock, clasps and studs as well as leather sid...
Brass
Table bistrot Art déco par LOUIS VUITTON 1930's
By Louis Vuitton
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Table bistrot Art déco par LOUIS VUITTON 1930's
Iron
Small Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Trunk , 52 cm Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This lovely little Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features hand painted stenciled monogram, all honey color lozine trim, solid brass corners, locks, and leather side handles. Its brass ...
Brass
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H 17.33 in W 51.19 in D 22.45 in
1920's Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk in Stenciled Monogram, 130 cm Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton cabin trunk is spectacular and very rare. Indeed, its dimensions are huge for a cabin trunk since it reaches 130 cm wide . These dimensions are perfectly un...
Brass
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H 22.84 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, 100 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...
Brass
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H 20.87 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 110 cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram canvas, honey color lozine trim, LV stamped solid brass locks and studs as well as leather side handles and brass ...
Brass
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H 19.69 in W 39.38 in D 20.87 in
1920's Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk in Stenciled Monogram, 100 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...
Brass
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H 20.08 in W 22.45 in D 16.93 in
Small Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Trunk , 55 cm Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This lovely little Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram, all honey color lozine trim, solid brass corners, locks, and side handles. Its brass locks and its studs a...
Brass
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H 19.69 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Vuitton Trunk, 60 cm Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features hand painted stenciled canvas monogram, Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass locks, brass studs and leather side handles. This Vuitton...
Brass
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H 19.69 in W 35.44 in D 21.26 in
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...
Brass
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H 22.05 in W 24.02 in D 19.69 in
Small 1890's Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Trunk, Vuitton Trunk in Woven Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This lovely little Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features the very sought after monogram woven canvas, leather trim, solid brass corners, solid brass locks, and side handles. Its bras...
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