Louis Vuitton Capucines Bag Leather PM
View Similar Items
Louis Vuitton Capucines Bag Leather PM
About the Item
- Designer:
- Brand:
- Dimensions:Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Period:
- Material Notes:Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Red Interior Material: Leather Interior Color: Red Hardware Color: Silver
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Condition: Very good. Darkening and wear on opening, base corners and handle, scuffs and indentations in interior, scratches on hardware.
- Seller Location:NY, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: 68425/611stDibs: LU84211966762
Louis Vuitton
The story behind iconic luxury brand Louis Vuitton — best known for its esteemed handbags, crossbody bags, leather goods, ready-to-wear clothing and more — is one of craft and innovation in the worlds of fashion, jewelry and furniture.
The company’s modest origins can be traced back to when its founder, Louis Vuitton (1821–92), wishing to free himself from the conventional lifestyle in his provincial French city of Anchay as well as a difficult stepmother, left in the early 1830s to make a new life in Paris. The young Vuitton was 13 at the time and would need to travel on foot to get to the capital, which was hundreds of miles away. With stops along the way to make money so that he could forge ahead, the journey took a couple of years, but reward was close at hand.
When he arrived in Paris, Vuitton made a living with his hands. He toiled as a box maker and packer for more than a decade and built relationships with royals and members of the upper class while working for the empress of France, Eugenie de Montijo. In 1854, Vuitton launched his namesake company. The craftsman opened a humble workshop on rue Neuve des Capucines and advertised his services with a small poster that read: “Securely packs the most fragile objects. Specializing in packing fashions.”
Long before his brand would become known globally for its exemplary top-handle bags and stylish totes, Vuitton produced stackable and rectangular trunks. The most common trunks of the era were round, which weren’t ideal for toting and storing. In 1858, Vuitton debuted his lightweight, handcrafted canvas trunks, which were sturdy, rugged and equipped with convenient compartments. Travel’s popularity broadened in the late 19th century, and Vuitton’s trunks could easily be packed into train cars and ships — upright trunks meant hanging wardrobe storage that would allow his clients to transport their sophisticated garments without worry. Demand increased and the company grew. When Louis Vuitton died in 1892, control of the luxury house was passed onto his only son, Georges Vuitton.
In 1914, a Louis Vuitton store opened at 70 Champs-Élysées. The largest travel-goods store in the world at the time, it became the company’s flagship.
The Louis Vuitton brand embodies all the attributes of luxury, from the craftsmanship, exclusivity and relevance to heritage. It’s only appropriate that it boasts one of the most recognizable insignias — the imaginative interlocking of letters and fleurettes — in the fashion world. The famous LV monogram was first used in 1896 as part of an initiative by Georges to prevent counterfeiting of his coveted new line of travel trunks. It’s one of the earliest examples of fashion branding.
The LV monogram would soon appear on everything from bags and various fashion accessories to alligator-skin champagne cases, from stylish apparel and earrings to teddy bears and airplane models.
On 1stDibs, the unmistakable insignia can be found on both modern and vintage Louis Vuitton shoulder bags, suitcases, original 19th-century trunks, jackets and more.
- Hermès Rose Shocking Chevre Kelly Wallet To GoBy HermèsLocated in Palm Beach, FLThis authentic Hermès Rose Shocking Chevre Kelly Wallet To Go is in excellent condition. Hand sewn; this stylish wallet is extremely well design...Category
2010s French Wallets
- Chanel Bum Red Lambskin Fanny Pack Waist Belt Leather BagBy ChanelLocated in Miami, FLChanel Red Lambskin Leather Fanny Pack Waist Belt Bum BagCategory
1990s Italian Belt Bags
- Chanel Red Lambskin Stripe Diana Medium Vintage Classic Flap BagBy ChanelLocated in Miami, FLChanel red Lady Diana Medium Classic Bag 1993 {VINTAGE 29 Years} Vintage red lambskin leather with gold hardware and classic cc interlocking clasp ...Category
1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags
- GIVENCHY Calfskin Mini Infinity Saddle Bag Medium RedBy GivenchyLocated in Montreal, QuebecThis unique saddle bag from Givenchy is crafted in red calfskin leather with polished silver chains along the sides and bottom. The bag also features a shoulder strap and a flap that...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
- Hermès Bougainvillea Clémence Jypsiere 34 PHWBy HermèsLocated in New York, NYListing Title: Hermès Bougainvillea Clémence Jypsiere 34 PHW SKU: 116843 MSRP: 9750.00 Condition: Pre-owned (3000) Handbag Condition: Very Good Condition C...Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
- Chanel Diana Quilted Red Lambskin Flap Mademoiselle Chain Shoulder Bag, 1989.By ChanelLocated in Banner Elk, NCChanel Diana Quilted Red Lambskin Flap Mademoiselle Chain Shoulder Bag, 1989 - 1990. The iconic Chanel bag was originally issued by Coco Chanel in February 1955 which became the very...Category
1980s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags
$7,238 Sale Price24% Off
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
How to Spot a Fake Louis Vuitton
What are the telltale signs that you're holding a real Louis Vuitton and not a knockoff? We spoke with expert Diane D’Amato to find out. Of course, you don't have to worry about fakes on 1stDibs, where every seller is highly vetted.
Inside Louis Vuitton’s Most Popular Handbag Collaborations
The venerable brand has earned accolades (and gained new fans) for partnerships that meld fashion with art.