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Furniture For Sale
Creator: Louis Vuitton
Creator: Glashütte Limburg
Pair of Amber Glass Wall Lights Sconces by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of beautiful bubble glass wall lights designed by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg. A design Classic, the amber colored or toned of the hand blown glass gives a wonderful a...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Murano Glass Table Lamp by Limburg, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful large table lamp made in the 1960s. The base is made of Murano glass. The lamp shade has a beige color. The table lamp has an beautiful Italian design.
The light requi...
Category
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Synthetic, Murano Glass
$588 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of Large Geometric Zigzag Glass Ceiling or Wall Lights Flush Mounts, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of large and beautiful vintage geometric hand blown glass flush mounts.
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: 2x E27 (US E26).
Price per pai...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Glass
Lovely Elegant Octagonal Glass Flush Mount by Limburg, Germany 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Elegant Octagonal Glass Flush Mount by Limburg, Germany 1960s
Minimalist metal and clear glass flush mount manufactured by Limburg Germany, 1960-1969. Octagonal shaped lante...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
Crystal Glass Round Flush Mount by Glashütte Limburg, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Flush mount by Glashütte Limburg made in Germany in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its crystal glass, which is typical for the Germ...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
One of... Geometric ZigZag Glass Ceiling or Wall Lights Flush Mounts 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
One of ... beautiful vintage geometric hand blown glass flush mount.
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: One x E27 (US E26)
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Glass
Flush Mount Limburg, Germany, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
A glass flush mount by Limburg in Germany, 1970s.
Thick textured glass fixture on a brass metal base.
High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired and ready to us...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Furniture
Materials
Brass
60s 70s Lamp Light Wall Lamp Limburg Plafoniere Space Age Design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s lamp light wall lamp Limburg Plafoniere Space Age Design 60s
Object: wall lamp
Manufacturer: Glashütte Limburg
Condition: good
Age: around 1960-1970
Dimensions...
Category
1970s European Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
1 of the 2 Pair of Iron and Bubble Glass Sconces Wall Lamps by Limburg, Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
This beautiful and unique pair of hand blown glass wall lights were manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in Germany during the 1960s, (late 1960s or early 1970s).
Beautiful craftsmansh...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
Louis Vuitton Malle Cabine. Paris, 1899-1904
Located in Milano, IT
Louis Vuitton trunk dated between 1899 and 1904, covered in monogrammed Jacquard tissée canvas. This type of fabric, used between 1896 and 1904, represents one of the most complicate...
Category
Early 1900s French Other Antique Furniture
Materials
Canvas
$18,104 Sale Price
20% Off
1 of 4 Large Midcentury Iron and Bubble Glass Wall Lights by Glashütte Limburg
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
One of a set of four minimal, geometric and simply shaped flushmount wall light / sconce by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, circa 1965. These midcentury vintage lights feature handmade, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
$750 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Square 3D Amber Glass Flush Mount Lamp by Limburg, Germany 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Amber Glass Sconce or Wall Lamp by Limburg, 1960s Germany
The fixture need 1 x E27 standard bulb with 60W max.
Light bulbs are not included.
It is possible to install this fixture...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
Triangle White Glass and Brass Wall Lights by Glashütte Limburg, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Triangle shaped wall lights in white opaline glass with brass details. Manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in Germany during the 1970s. (early 1970s). Nice craftsmanship. Minimal, geom...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
Ceiling or Wall Lamp by Glashütte Limburg, Germany 1960-1970 'Old Store Stock'
Located in Herentals, BE
Round glass ceiling lamp from old store stock, the lamp is still in the original box :) and is therefore in very good condition.
The glass dome has a beauti...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
$1,392 Sale Price
20% Off
Limburg Pair of Large Square Iron Rings Glass Flush Mount Wall Lights, 1960s
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Pair of large vintage Mid-Century square iron rings and glass flush mount lights, sconces or lamps by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, circa 1965. Featuring thick heavy mouth blown glass ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Limburg Bubble Glass Flush Mount Wall Light by Helena Tynell - 2 available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Limburg bubble glass wall lights
Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg
Germany, circa 1960s
Each handblown bubble glass dome is unique in its composition and details
Emits a beautiful ...
Category
1960s German Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Lamps by Limburg, Germany, 1970s, Set
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful pair of Mid-Century Modern wall lamps by Glashütte Limburg made in Germany in the 1970s. They have a beautiful triangle shape and are made of brass and opaline glass. The...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
$1,440 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Several Smoked Glass Wall Lights Sconces by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
These beautiful hand blown glass wall lights were manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in Germany during the 1960s (late 1960s-early 1970s). Beautiful craftsmanship. These mid century v...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Amber Bubble Glass Sconce by Helena Tynell, Limburg, Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful large golden wall light, from Limburg Glashütte, Germany, circa 1960-1970. Smoked bubble glass on a golden brass base.
Heavy quality and in very good condition. Cleaned,...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Vintage Iron Bubble Glass Flush Mount Wall Light by Limburg, circa 1960s
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Glashütte Limburg minimal, geometric and elegant clear glass and polished brass wall or ceiling flush mount lamp / light fixture made in Germany, circa 1965. The clear 'bubble' glass...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Lovely White Glass Flush Mount by Limburg, Germany 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely White Glass Flush Mount by Limburg, Germany 1960s
Minimalist metal and clear glass flush mount manufactured by Limburg Germany, 1960-1969.
Dimensions
Height: 6.29 in. (16 cm...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Iron and Bubble Glass Flush Mount by Glashütte Limburg, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Mid-Century Modern flush mount by Glashütte Limburg made in the 1960s in Germany. It is fascinating with its beautiful square shape and bubble glass. The fixture has a very nice Mi...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Iron
Glass and Brass Flushmount "Diamond" Ceiling Wall Light Glashütte Limburg, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
ARTICLE:
Ceiling flushmount light,
also useable as wall light
PRODUCER:
Glashütte Limburg, Germany
ORIGIN:
Germany
AGE:
1970s
DESCRIPTION:
...
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
1 of the 6 Flushmount Chandeliers by Boris Tabacoff, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the six amazing flushmount chandeliers with 24 hanging hand blow textured hollow glass prisms mounted on a brass frame. Made by Glashütte Limburg in Germany designed by Boris ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
1 of a Pair of Limburg Large Circular Iron Rings & Glass Flushmount Lights 1960s
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
One of a pair of Mid-Century Modern vintage Glashütte Limburg, large double socketed circular iron and glass flush mount lights / sconces made in Germany, circa 1965. Featuring thick...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Rare Crystal Glass Ceiling or Wall Flushmount, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Lovely clear white crystal blown glass flushmount
Germany, 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Beautiful Smoked Glass Glashuette Limburg One Light Sconce or Flush Mount
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful flush mount by German manufacturer Glashuette Limburg. The bubble glass element is supported by a polished brass plate with a one light ...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
1 of 6 Large Amber Bubble Glass Pendant by Helena Tynell, Limburg, Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 6 round smoke tone bubble glass pendant designed by Helena Tynell for Limburg, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s.
Handcrafted with precision by skilled artisans at Limburg L...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
1 of 4 Iron and Clear Glass Flushmount by Limburg, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Iron and clear glass flush mount manufactured by Limburg Glashütte, Germany, circa 1960-1969. Octagonally shaped lantern and multifaceted hand-blown glass.
High quality and in ver...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
1 of 2 Petite Amber Glass Pendant by Limburg, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 2 Petite light smoke tone bubble glass (with brass cups ) pendants designed by Helena Tynell for Limburg, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s
Sockets: It needs 1 x E27 stand...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Limburg Brass with Smoked Glass Ball Pendant, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Large smoked glass ball (hand-made) pendant, manufactured by Limburg, Germany, circa 1970-1979.
Sockets: 1 x E27 Standard bulbs.
Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to i...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Smoked Glass
Limburg Pair of Vintage 1960s Black Iron Rings and Glass Wall Lights or Sconces
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern rare pair of German made lantern style flush mount wall light fixtures or sconces by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1960. They can be wall-mounted and directly wired or ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Glashuette Limburg Geometric Flush Mount Light White & Clear Glass 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful flush mount by German manufacturer Glashuette Limburg. The glass element is supported by a white lacquered plate with a one light source. Beautiful clear glass with white...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
Large German Vintage Crystal Bubble Glass Ceiling or Wall Flush Mount, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Lovely white crystal blown glass flush mount,
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: 3.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
White Iron and Bubble Glass Wall Light Sconce by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1960
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Beautifully minimal, geometric and simply shaped flushmount wall light/sconce by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, circa 1965. These midcentury vintage lights feature handmade, mouth blown...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
$720 Sale Price
40% Off
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Shoe Trunk, Louis Vuitton Shoe Case, Vuitton Trunk
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Furniture
Materials
Brass
20th Century Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk In Natural Cow Hide, Paris, c.1910
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A rare Louis Vuitton cabin trunk covered in leather. Dating to the early part of the 20th century, covered not in the world famous (but more common) monogram canvas but in a single piece of cow hide. These all-leather trunks were made by special order and Louis Vuitton used...
Category
20th Century French Furniture
Materials
Leather, Canvas
Louis Vuitton Surface Table Lamp 'Limited Edition by Nendo, Objets Nomades'
Located in London, GB
A truly unique limited edition table lamp made by Louis Vuitton as part of their renowned Objets Nomades collection and purchased at the Milan exhibition held at the Palazzo Boccini in 2017
It has never been used and is in immaculate condition, comes with all documentation in its original box with instructions and guide book from the exhibition that year all packed inside the original packing box shipped from Milan to London for me
"With his Surface Lamp for the Objets Nomades Collection, Oki Sato, the inspired designer behind the Nendo Studio, has encased light in leather. A rechargeable lamp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Steel
$3,900 Sale Price
20% Off
1 of 4 Stunning Petite Glass chrome Pendants by Limburg, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 4 petite glass pendant lights made by Limburg, manufactured in Germany, circa the 1970s
Sockets: It needs 1 x E27 standard bulb.
Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Chrome
1 of the 6 Glass Wall Lights by Limburg Glashütte, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
This beautiful and unique octagonal glass light flush mounts or wall lights/ sconces were manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in Germany during the 1960s (late 1960s or early 1970s). N...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage pendant light by Glashutte Limburg, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century brass and frosted glass light by Glashutte Limburg.
Beautifully shaped glasses emit a soft dim and diffuse light.
1960s - Germany
tested and ready to use with a regul...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
One of Two Large Midcentury Iron and Glass Pendant Lamps by Limburg
Located in Vienna, AT
Set of 2 'iron' and glass bell-shaped pendants by Limburg, Germany. Priced per piece. The fixtures feature a concave thick clear glass shade with circle 'iron' effect elements. The h...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
Louis Vuitton Suitcase Trunk
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), ope...
Category
Early 20th Century Furniture
One of Three Limburg Flush Mount Lights or Sconces, Brass Iron Glass, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three beautiful and unique design 'iron' glass lights by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s).
It can be used as wall...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Opaline Glass Wall Lights by Glashütte Limburg, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Opaline Glass Wall Lights by Glashütte Limburg, 1960.
Please note the price is for a pair of two pieces.
Dimensions:
Diameter: 4.33″ (11 cm)
Height: 15.75″ (40 cm)
Cleaned...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
Limburg Mid-Century Brass Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, Germany, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful ceiling light or flush mount from the 1970s, executed by Limburg, Germany. It has a brass base with three light sources and a beautiful round melting glass or ice glass l...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Amber Bubble Glass Pendant by Helena Tynell for Limburg, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A large round with light smoke tone bubble glass pendant designed by Helena Tynell for Limburg, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s
Sockets: It needs 1 x E27 standard bulb.
Light b...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
Rare German Vintage White Crystal Glass Ceiling or Wall Flush Mount, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Lovely white crystal blown glass flush mount.
Germany, 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Set of Three Glass Flush Mount or Sconces Nice Amber Color, Limburg Germany 1960
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A lot of three petite flush mounts or sconces manufactured by Glashütte Limburg. Each has an amber or gold tone glass on a gilded metal frame. Each fixture has one European style E27...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
Louis Vuitton Malle Cabine Damier trunk France 20th century circa 1890
Located in Pambio Noranco, CH
Louis Vuitton's elegant and exclusive Malle Cabine trunk, the Maison's travel icon. The sophisticated creation, with its compact design, was intended to be stowed under the cabin bed...
Category
Late 20th Century French Furniture
Materials
Brass
1 of the 3 of Iron and Bubble Glass Sconces Wall Lamps by Limburg, Germany, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 3 beautiful and unique hand blown glass wall lights. Manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in Germany during the 1960s, (late 1960s or early 1970s).
Beautiful craftsmanship. El...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Louis Vuitton Monogram Pilot Briefcase Serviette
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Louis Vuitton Monogram Pilot Briefcase Serviette
Category
Late 20th Century French Furniture
Materials
Leather
$2,560 Sale Price
20% Off
20th Century Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1920
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Stunning and most importantly complete, this early 20th century Louis Vuitton wardrobe trunk was the must have item of any elite traveller. Covered in the world famous LV monogrammed...
Category
20th Century French Other Furniture
Materials
Brass
Space Age Vintage Wall Light Flush Mount Helena Tynell for Limburg 1970s Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage wall light or flush mount from iridescent amber bubble glass by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg 1970s.
The flush mount shows a golden metal base and a wonderfu...
Category
Late 20th Century German Space Age Furniture
Materials
Metal
Several Square Glass Flush Mounts by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
These beautiful hand blown glass flush mounts were manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in Germany during the 1960s (late 1960s-early 1970s). Beautiful craftsmanship. These mid century ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Round Ice Glass Flush Mount by Limburg, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful round ice glass flush mount by Limburg, Germany, 1970s.
Thick textured Murano fixtured on a gold metal base.
High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Murano Glass
1 of 3 Stunning Opal Glass Pendants by Limburg, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning opal glass pendants in a pyramided form made by Limburg, Germany, 1970s
High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired and ready to use.
Each fixture require...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Opal, Brass
Pair of German Vintage Art Deco Style Glass Metal Pendants Ceiling Lights 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of hand blown glass and white lacquered metal pendants (or flush mounts on request).
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US E26)
Height (body): 12 In (30 cm)
Category
Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Woven Canvas, France c.1900
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Around the turn of the 19th and 20th century Louis Vuitton had established himself as a market leader in trunk making and needed to set his now famous brand apart from the imitators and competitors. They decided to come up with a logo, a monogram, which was indeed the famous and very recognisable print we are so familiar with today. The very first run was only made for about six years from 1895 and the print was woven into the canvas.
This example dates to around 1900 and is a perfect example of such trunks. With its steel trim, brass studs 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.
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...
Category
20th Century French Other Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
20th Century Louis Vuitton Cow Hide Suitcase, France c.1920
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A highly unusual and exceptionally rare Louis Vuitton suitcase, originating from the early years of the 20th century, distinguishes itself not with the globally renowned monogram canvas but with a distinctive covering crafted from a singular piece of cowhide. This unique piece represents a special order from Louis Vuitton, showcasing the brand's historical commitment to utilizing only the finest hides available.
Unlike many of its counterparts, leather trunks and cases of this era often struggle to withstand the test of time, requiring regular treatments to prevent drying and disintegration. Remarkably, this particular example defies the odds, retaining the same supple quality it possessed on the day it first graced the shop floor. This suitcase belongs to Louis Vuitton's collection of "speciality materials," which encompasses a diverse range, including, but not limited to, zinc, copper, crocodile leather, and cow leather.
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...
Category
20th Century French Other Furniture
Materials
Brass
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Antique Entry Hall Table
Antique Character
Antique Dining Room Sets
Antique Leather Furniture
Antique Columns
Antique Furniture Company
World Plate
Antique Gray Paint