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Trunks and Luggage For Sale
20th Century French Modern Leather Makeup/Vanity Wallet with Mirror by Hermès
By Hermès
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern compact leather makeup/vanity wallet with mirror by Hermès Paris, France
By: Hermès Paris
Material: leather, mirror
Technique: embossed, polished
Dimensions: 1 in x 5.5 in x 7.5 in
Date: mid-20th century
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Space Age
Place of origin: France
Encased in fine reddish-brown leather, this mid-20th century Hermès vanity wallet is a sophisticated expression of modern design. The exterior features a subtly textured leather surface, accentuated by precise stitching and a geometric clasp adorned with a pale green panel. The closure mechanism, a structured leather strap looping through a matching leather slot, secures the case with refined simplicity.
Inside, the wallet reveals a well-organized layout lined in soft beige, hosting a built-in mirror, a series of compartments, and a translucent amber-hued comb. The craftsmanship is evident in the meticulous finishing of each section, balancing elegance with practicality. The Hermès stamp...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather, Mirror
Provincial Chinese Storage Trunk, Early 20th Century
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Provincial Chinese Storage Trunk, Early 20th Century. Weather wood exterior with iron hardware and trim. Lacquered interior.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
Antique circa 1900 Hand Carved Chinese Camphor Wood Travelling Trunk Nice Finish
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very nice circa 1900’s Chinese export Camphor wood travelling chest which has been ornately carved throug...
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
Vintage Custom Italian Leather Toiletry Box Case Travel Trunk w/ Brass Nail Trim
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Custom Italian Leather Toiletry Box Case Travel Trunk w/ Brass Nail Trim. Item features brass screw/nail head trim, brown leather corners and trim, leather frame, mirror inte...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Antique 20thC Louis Vuitton Malle Haute Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1910
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 Other Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Pretot Paris leather traveling trunk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Early 20th-century steamer travelling trunk, in leather finish with metal fixtures, the interior fitted with drawers and hangers.
Dimensions
Height 16 Inches
Width 41 Inches
Depth 21...
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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
French White Beaded Evening Bag
Located in New York, NY
A French white bejeweled and beaded evening handbag with brass closure and flexible handle. Seven beautiful round and oval cabochon natural sto...
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Mid-20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Stone, Brass
$360 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Hand Painted California Line San Francisco Steamer Trunk Chest Toy Box
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand painted vintage steamer trunk with nautical decoration depicting the California Line to San F...
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20th Century English Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Pine
$1,198 Sale Price
30% Off
19th C. English Brass Bound Camphor Wood Campaign Trunk
Located in Nantucket, MA
Lovely 19th century Campaign Trunk, camphor wood construction with nice, mellow patina, bound in brass, with brass lock escutcheon embossed...
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Late 19th Century Campaign Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Antique Luggage Crocodile Skin Leather Suitcase, Colonial
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique suitcase made of crocodile leather handstitched with leather lacing and secured with tacks, an attractive antique reptile skin suitcase with a...
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Early 1900s British British Colonial Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Faux Leather
$2,492 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Vintage Leather Brief Case, Doctors Bag
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large vintage leather brief case, doctors bag.
This a superb quality piece, it is made in heavy quality tan pig skin, with brass working ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
1901 Dated Love Heart Antique Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1901 dated hand painted Romanian clothes trunk or marriage coffer chest depicting a large love heart with flowers
I have re...
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Pine
Vintage Louis Vuitton Trunk
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 Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Japanese Post War Aluminum Riveted Trunk on Iron Stand with Glass Top, Restored
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Japanese post war aluminum riveted trunk on iron stand with glass top, restored
Stamped TS Tokyo on the lock, at the time of posting we have another trunk and stand LU2592316549342
...
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20th Century Japanese Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron, Aluminum
$1,421 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Antique Art Deco Steel Metal Military Weapons Black Storage Travel Trunk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Art Deco steel metal military weapons black storage travel trunk. Item features a steel metal construction, distressed finish, very nice ant...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Steel
Early 20th c. Factory Toolbox with Solid Bronze Handle c.1930-1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A factory metal toolbox with solid bronze handle and riveted top.
CREATOR Unknown.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1930-1940.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Metal, Bronze.
CO...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal, Bronze
$95 Sale Price
45% Off
Charming Set of 3 Victorian Artful Hand Decoupaged Storage Trunks
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Set of 3 charming hand decoupaged storage chests or trunks with hinged lids, circa 1910. Imagery is an artfully arranged mix of Victoriana including ...
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal
Early 20th Century Travel Suitcase Chest Box Canvas Trunk Art Déco
Located in Berlin, DE
Decorative travel suitcase 1900-1920
(The interior trim can be renewed)
Category
Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal
1900s French Wooden Trunk
Located in High Point, NC
Explore the elegance and historical charm of this 1900s French Wooden Trunk, a quintessential piece from the turn of the century that combines func...
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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
20thC Louis Vuitton Presidential Briefcase In Monogram Canvas, France c.1980
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 great condition, al...
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
1900's English Leather Trunk on Stand
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1900’s English leather box or trunk mounted on a custom mahogany frame to make a beautiful side table. Box opens to reveal plenty of room for stor...
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Early 1900s English Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk with Original Monogram
Located in London, GB
A Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk
Constructed in wood and monogrammed canvas and edged with brass guards, triple hinged, opening to reveal a tan l...
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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Cabin Trunk from the 1930s
By Dale
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful decorative cabin trunk from the 1930s. These were often used as a wardrobe on intercontinental crossings. The idea was that you left the clothes in the suitcase. Interior i...
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1930s North American Vintage Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
German Late 19th Century Crocodile And Silver Vanity Suitcase Case
Located in Copenhagen, K
Beautiful old crocodile vanity and necessaire case, with eight jars in facetted glass and silver lids, one box in silver, several brushes and combs in silver, inkwell in silver, perfume container in silver and glass, travel clock, lipstick container...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Silver
$2,499 Sale Price
34% Off
Monumental Elephant Storage Trunk by Mario Lopez Torres
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Monumental elephant storage trunk and or side table by Mario Lopez Torres with metal pull.
Large beautiful piece being one owner purchased in the late 90’s including the elephant room divider...
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1980s Mexican Bohemian Vintage Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
20th Century Louis Vuitton Suitcase In Natural Cow Hide, France c.1910
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 utilising 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...
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
19th Century Rattan Leather Covered Steamer Carriage Trunk by Mendel
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare late 19th century large American leather covered rattan basket steamer trunk manufactured by Mendel. The trunk features a rattan frame covered with leather and naugahyde having ...
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Selection of Machine Age Aluminum Steamer Trunks or Coffee Tables
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Machine Age Aluminum Steamer Trunks, made by and/or retailed by the K. Janson Company of Hong Kong, circa 1940s. They are priced ...
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1930s Hong Kong Machine Age Vintage Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
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 ...
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal, Brass
Cartier Must de Cartier Burgundy Red C Logo Leather Suitcase Luggage Paris 1975
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage leather suitcase "Les Must de Cartier" burgundy Bordeaux luggage.
Cartier Must de Cartier Burgundy Red C Logo Leather Suitcase Luggag...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
19th C Paint Decorated Pennsylvania Blanket Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th c paint decorated Pennsylvania blanket chest (Lancaster County)
The blanket chest is dovetailed case and has original bracket feet. Ori...
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19th Century American Country Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
$3,116 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique circa 1900 Indian Teluga Kavidpetti Marriage Dowry Campaign Chest Wheels
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique circa 1880-1900 Indian Teluga Kavidpetti Marriage Dowry chest with campaign handles and original wooden wheels
A very well made and decorative chest, designed as a dowry piece to be given by the father of the bride in an Indian wedding, you would have gold, jewellery, land deeds...
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Early 1900s Indian Arts and Crafts Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
$2,004 Sale Price
25% Off
Korean Wedding Chest, c. 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
This lacquered wedding chest dates to the early 20th century and was likely originally used as a bridewealth chest during a traditional Korean wedding ceremony. The exterior is finished with red and black lacquer and decorated with two round medallions conveying blessings of luck and longevity. The chest opens from the top, secured with a brass lock plate in the form of a butterfly, a traditional symbol of a life of prosperity and joy. Vintage newsprint...
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Early 20th Century Korean Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Wedding trunk / chest with coat of arms - Renaissance - 1600
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful Renaissance wedding chest in chestnut from the late 16th or early 17th century.
On the front of the chest are carved the coat of arms of the spouses' families: the one on the left represents a cross patté, the one on the right three towers of a castle. The base is cut into crosspieces with small sculpted patterns, the fittings are original with a hasp lock...
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Early 17th Century European Renaissance Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
Cheneys, London Velvet & Leather, Travel Bag or Briefcase, 1950s, England
Located in Andernach, DE
Handbag / suitcase / travel bag / briefcase by Cheney, England.
Period of manufacture: around 1950.
Black, thick, soft velvet (probably cotton) with beautiful British stripes in red...
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Mid-20th Century English British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
$498 Sale Price
35% Off
Excellent Condition Leather Medicinal Bag Made in Vienna, 1950/1960
Located in Vienna, AT
The item on sale is a original medicinal bag made from smooth medium colour leather. All the handles, zippers and flaps look untouched, no stains or marks from grabbing. The hardware...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Hollywood Regency Tessellated Marble Trunk or Side Table by Maitland Smith
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A modernist design trunk with an ornate base by Maitland Smith circa 1980's. Its consists of off white tessellated stone, scrolled steel base with black velvet interior.
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1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Stone, Marble, Steel
Pair of Authentic Louis Vuitton Luggage Pieces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Authentic Louis Vuitton Luggage Pieces.
Individually numbered, Pair of brass numbered keys included with both pieces.
Can be mou...
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1960s French Vintage Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
$12,500 / set
French 16th Century Coffre, Trunk
Located in Round Top, TX
A stunning early 16th century Coffre - Trunk from the Bourgogne region of France. Beautifully constructed from very handsome walnut with lovely linen fold detailing, a beautiful lock...
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16th Century French Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Walnut
ONE OF A KiND ANTIQUE BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK WITH ARMORIAL COAT OF ARMS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite, fully restored, circa 1890-1900 hand dyed brown leather steamer trunk with one of...
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
19th Century Alligator Suitcase
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
American made suitcase manufactured by Hulbert Bros. They were in business from 1870-1909 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Free shipping within the United Stat...
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Late 19th Century Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Animal Skin
1930s Metal Suitcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Most unique and unusual 1930s metal suitcase by Jones Brothers & Co. combination of wood and metal with unique hardware.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal
$1,250
Rustic Moroccan Wooden Trunk Chest
Located in Pasadena, TX
A rustic wooden trunk or chest made in Morocco perhaps at the turn of the twentieth century with carved feet, expsed nail heads and an iron latch.
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Early 20th Century Moroccan Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
$648 Sale Price
28% Off
Early 19th Century Hand-Painted Floral Trunk
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite early 19th-century painted trunk showcases the artistry and craftsmanship of its era. Adorned with vibrant floral motifs, primarily featuring roses and tulips, this pi...
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Early 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century Chinese Parchment Trunk
Located in New Orleans, LA
Chinese parchment trunk with red lacquered interior.
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
Original Painted Flat Top Trunk With Flowers, Austria dated 1804
Located in Round Top, TX
The paint is all original on this delightful flat top trunk from Austria.
The flowers in vases are depicted in the front panels, which was a popular folk art design throughout the 18...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Folk Art Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood, Paint
Italian Mid-Century Moder Cream Color Luggage or Suitcase, 1960
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Beautiful Italian suitcase dating back to 1960. Very special as a collector's item or as a piece of furniture. The suitcase is in very good condition, and it is fully original. It ca...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather, Fabric
$766 Sale Price
20% Off
FULLY RESTORED ANTiQUE 1910 LOUIS VUITTON STAMPED & SIGNED MALLE PENDERIE TRUNK
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 1910 steamer wardrobe, Malle Penderie trunk i...
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1910s French Edwardian Vintage Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass, Copper
Kai Kristiansen Storage Chest Trunk for Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Storage trunk by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, c.1960s, Denmark. The teak chest features a brass hinged lid and brass lock with key. The inside of the chest showcases a large...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Super Early Antique 18th Century French Carved Coffer Chest
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Exceptional early French coffer chest having a single plank top faced with a moulded edge and with a later iron hasp. The front has a beautifully carved gadrooned frieze above three ...
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18th Century French Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Oak
$2,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Copper and Brass Umbrella Stand by Vereinigte Werkstätten München, circa 1955
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Delightful handcrafted German Mid-Century modern umbrella stand or holder by the Vereinigte Werkstätten (Atelier) München, circa 1955. Handmade in patinated copper with cast brass tr...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass, Copper
Large British Military Officer's Campaign Trunk of Brass-Bound Camphor
Located in Austin, TX
A large handsome rectangular British military officer's Campaign trunk of camphorwood featuring hand-cut brass binding and hardware, with interior compartments, and resting on bracke...
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19th Century English Campaign Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal, Brass
Checkers Louis Vuitton Trunk, 85 cm Damiers Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This elegant Louis Vuitton features the very sought after checkers pattern.In some of the checkers, it is written "L.Vuitton marque de fabrique déposée". It also features silver stee...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Steel
1950s Hand-Painted Antique Wooden Trunk with Decoration in Moorish style
Located in Marbella, ES
Magnificent wooden trunk with a rich antique patina, decorated with intricate hand-painted geometric and floral Moorish motifs in shades of blue, green and gold. Its design evokes or...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
18th Century Spanish Studded Leather Trunk with Lockable Compartments
Located in Dallas, TX
With two lockable compartments on the front façade, this studded leather trunk is a very unique storage piece. Hand-crafted in Spain during the 1700s, the trunk is well-engineered, w...
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18th Century Spanish Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal, Brass
1930s Red Canvas "Cube Shape" French Hat Trunk, Steamer Trunk, Travel Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This very nice red canvas and leather hat box features leather trim and leather top handle as well as solid brass locks,clasps and studs.It still has got its working key.
It is very ...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
German Travel Wardrobe in Red Painted Metal with Steel Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
German travel wardrobe in red painted metal with Steel Handles.
Category
2010s German Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal, Steel
20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer 35 Bag In Monogram Canvas, Made In France
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A lovely Louis Vuitton steamer travel bag in monogram canvas and natural tan leather, made in France in the latter quarter of the 20th century. Steamer bags have been produced by Lou...
Category
20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
20th Century Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1930
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 ...
Category
20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Inlaid Trunk
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome early 19th century south German Biedermeier walnut inlaid trunk. Beautiful finish and gorgeous inlaid pattern. Fabulous!!
Category
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Walnut
$5,920 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique and Vintage Trunks and Luggage
Add a charming piece of travel history to your space. Antique and vintage trunks and luggage can make a statement as decorative accents and practical furnishings in nearly every room of your home.
There have been many types of trunks and luggage over the years, with availability of these wares broadening as train travel expanded during the 19th century. Antique steamer trunks — named for their use on steamships — mostly date from around 1880 to 1920. These pieces of luggage fit a steamship’s luggage size regulations and essentially doubled as wardrobes, ensuring that a traveler’s evening dresses and suits were kept wrinkle-free on a journey from city to city.
In 1858, French luxury brand Louis Vuitton introduced the world to the now-iconic Louis Vuitton trunks. During this early period of railroad travel, Louis Vuitton trunks solved common travel problems. Instead of the traditional round shape, these handcrafted rectangular trunks stored better on trains. To discourage burglars, the French craftsman and his son, Georges, also eventually patented a revolutionary sophisticated lock for the trunks. The famous LV monogram was first used in 1896 as part of an initiative by Georges to prevent counterfeiting of his coveted travel trunks.
Even if no longer used for travel, the vintage luggage is a popular item among collectors for its historical value and charm. At home, an old wood trunk is a durable storage solution as much as it is a versatile surface. It’s a coffee table in the living room of your farmhouse-style home or rustic loft apartment and a nightstand or blanket chest at the foot of your bed in your bedroom.
From Victorian trunks to Art Deco traveling jewelry cases, journey through history today with an extensive collection of antique trunk suitcases and vintage luggage on 1stDibs.
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