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Trunks and Luggage For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1910s
Vintage Early 20th Century Vanity Set in Original Leather Case
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An early 20th century vanity set. Including sewing items, clothes brushes, perfume bottles, a vanity mirror, pedicure set, nail buffer and more. All origin...
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Early 20th Century English Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Bakelite

20th Century Louis Vuitton Hat Trunk In Rare "Vuittonite" Canvas, France c.1900
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A beautiful Louis Vuitton hat trunk, circa 1900's, featuring an extremely rare camel coloured “Vuittonite“ canvas, all brass hardware, and leather trims. It is in exceptionally good ...
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1980s Gucci GG Coated Canvas Navy Red Duffel Bag + Case
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents 1980s Gucci Coated Canvas Navy Red Duffel Carry Bag Tote and Case weekend duffel tote bag and case GG monogram duffel storage case is 12 x 9 exterior side zip pocke...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Canvas, PVC

1920's Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk in Stenciled Monogram, 90 cm Vuitton Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This very nice Louis Vuitton trunk features hand stenciled monogram canvas , black steel trim and Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass lock and and steel clasps, as well as black steel ...
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1920s French Vintage Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass, Steel

Hermès Saddle Leather Shaving Case, 1950s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome saddle leather case by French fashion house, Hermes. Made in the 1950s. H metal buckles flank each side of the case. Case opens up to reveal 'HERMES - MADE IN PARIS' on leather. Inside there is a large grouping of shaving/toiletry items. Leather folding mirror with tons of patina, that stands up on its own. Stamped 'Hermes' in gold. Leather folding pouch that can hold tweezers, scissors, a comb also stamped Hermes. Ebony brush stamped Hermes - Paris. Metal box with removable lid, stamped Hermes. Bottle with twist off cap, Stamped Hermes Compartment with leather lid, holds a razor, and a small tin...
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1950s French Vintage Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Chrome

Rare Vintage Ferrari 208 Turbo Schedoni Leather Travel Bag
Located in Forney, TX
An exquisite, extremely rare and highly sought after, vintage Ferrari 208 Turbo fitted original Schedoni Italian brown leather travel bag luggage. Handcrafted in Modena, Italy, each piece of a set of three, custom designed and fitted to each specific Ferrari model...
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Late 20th Century Italian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Art Deco Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe by Hartman Luggage Co.
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Art Deco Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe by Hartman Luggage Co. Early 20th Century Estate Wardrobe Trunk from Beckets Leather Goods Company Washington DC...
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Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram Canvas, Vuitton Steamer Trunk 80 cm
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This beautiful Louis Vuitton trunk dates to around 1920. It features stenciled monogram canvas, black lozine and leather trims, black steel clasps, solid brass main lock and steel si...
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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Late 19th to early 20th Century Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, an early model, French, late 19th to early 20th Century with the serial # 148289, and monogrammed "E. M. D." with "Baltimore" to both ends. Interior lab...
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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

20th Century Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1950
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Stunning and, most importantly, complete, this mid 20th century Louis Vuitton trunk represents the pinnacle of luxury travel and was an essential item for any elite traveler of the t...
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1 OF 1 HERMES PARIS JOHN LOBB EXTRA LARGE SHOE TRUNK HAND DYED LEATHER PANELs
By Hermès, John Lobb
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Hermes Paris for John Lobb shoe trunk and care kit with original accessories plus countless extras Where to begin! This is the finest example of this kind of trunk I have ever see...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Beech

STARBAY SURCOUF LARGE STEAMER TRUNK AT HOME BAR WiTH GLASSES CHAMPAGNE BUCKET
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning Starbay Surcouf large at home bar hidden inside a steamer...
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20th Century European Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Trunk Louis Vuitton Malle Cabine Tissé France XX secolo Paris 1870 circa
Located in Pambio Noranco, CH
Baule Louis Vuitton, elegante ed esclusivo, icona da viaggio della Maison. La sofisticata creazione, dal design compatto, era pensata per essere trasporto in carrozza, questo modello...
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Late 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

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...
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Late 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

A 20th Century Louis Vuitton Briefcase Finished In Black Epi Leather, France
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A lovely late 20th century Louis Vuitton briefcase finished in black Epi leather. The Louis Vuitton Epi Leather line is produced from strictly chosen cowhide leather. It was introduc...
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1990s French Other Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

A Fabulous 1920's Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Steamer Stencil Monogram Trunk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are pleased to offer this fabulous original Louis Vuitton 1920 steamer wardrobe trunk. Its completely original having the iconic stencil patter from Louis Vuitton. The exterior is...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Antique 20th Century Goyard Courier Trunk In Chevron Canvas, France c.1900
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A Goyard courier trunk, completely original and with great character. Dating to the early part of the 20th century (circa 1900/1910) this trunk was finished with the famous chevron c...
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Early 1900s French Other Antique Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Vintage Cheney England PCI USA 25216 C4 Black Leather Traveling Doctors Bag
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cheney England PCI USA 25216 C4 Black Leather Traveling Doctors Bag with Brass Hardware and "BRM" monogram. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 8" H x 17" W x 7" D.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

A large classic Louis Vuitton steamer trunk
Located in Amsterdam, NL
France, circa 1910 The large wooden trunk overall covered with brown LV monogram stamped leather, bound in blackened brass with wooden laths, on four castors, with brass studs all o...
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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Liberty and Co. A small trunk with copper panels in the style of C R Mackintosh.
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co, in the Glasgow Style. A small trunk or toybox with floral copper panels to the front and sides that are in the style of C R Mackintosh.
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1910
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 iconi...
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Goyard Steamer Trunk, circa 1915
Located in London, GB
Splendid steamer trunk by Goyard in their signature 'Goyardine' chevron pattern canvas covering with polished brass lock, catches & handles; circa 1915. The interior of this trunk ha...
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1910s French Vintage Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

20th Century Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1910
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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1910s French Other Vintage Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Wood

Early 1900s Antique Steamer Trunk from "Innovation" New York, USA
Located in Buffalo, NY
Weathered steamer trunk from "Innovation" New York, 1903. Made of corrugated hard pressed vulcanized fiber in black with red detailing and dark brown leather trim. Retains origina...
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Early 1900s American Industrial Antique Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

Louis Vuitton LV Monogram 'Alzer' Suitcase, circa 1995
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 Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Vintage Brown Leather Suitcase circa 1920, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage leather suitcase made of thick leather with a handle. The suitcase features two brass closures and a brass lock with a key. Inside the leather bag is newly covered ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Louis Vuitton Early 20th Century Luggage Suitcase Brown Leather Brass Locks
Located in Sacile, PN
Suitcase by Louis Vuitton, dated 1910 circa. Engraved latch, brown and camel leather.
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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

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...
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Original vintage Louis Vuitton suitcase, from the 1970s
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Original vintage Louis Vuitton suitcase, from the 1970s. It has the initials VP. This large soft travel bag is made of leather and canvas and has a zipper at the front. With its sign...
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1970s American Vintage Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Canvas

Set of 8 Italian Florentine Gilt Wood Clothing Hangers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming set of vintage cream and gilt gold coat clothing hangers. We have seen these sold individually but to find a set of 8 is rare. As seen in the photos, this collection featur...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Paint

French Vellum White Leather Suitcase or Valise with Original Labels, 1920s
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
Elegant and finely crafted, this French cream vellum suitcase or valise from the 1920s exudes timeless sophistication. Constructed from wood and parchment, adorned with brass studs ...
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1920s French Vintage Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

French Pair of Parchment Suitcases Trunks, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
French vintage pair of suit cases, made of parchment and fabric, with label holder. The address of the original owner is wrotten inside each suit case. ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

1920's Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk in Stenciled Monogram, 120 cm Vuitton Trunk
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 122 cm wide and 41 cm tall. These dimensions are...
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1920s French Vintage Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Small English Vintage Brown Leather Handmade Case with Brass Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English vintage small leather case from the mid 20th century, with brass accents. Created in England during the 20th century, this small leather case is made of brown leather acce...
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Mid-20th Century English Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

circa 1900 Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk Children Pictures
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1900 hand painted Romanian clothes trunk or marriage coffer chest depicting Children's portraits and floral paintings I have recently purchased a very large collection of these original, antique painted wardrobes...
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Early 1900s European High Victorian Antique Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Pine

Vintage Canvas and Leather Riding, Field Boots
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage Leather and Canvas Field Boots. A wonderful pair of juniors or Ladies riding boots. The boots are made of stiff canvas with tan leather tri...
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20th Century English Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Antique Gentleman's Travel Case, English, Leather Suitcase, Harrods, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique gentleman's travel case. An English, leather luxury suitcase by Harrods, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. A delightfully robust and usable luxury...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Iconic Louis Vuitton Monogram Trunk, circa 1910-1920’s
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
The epitome of elegance, this trunk stands as one of Louis Vuitton's most iconic and classic designs. Originally crafted specifically for automobiles in the mid 19th century, it grac...
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Early 20th Century French Grand Tour Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal, Chrome

20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1930
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...
Category

20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Italian Coin Change Purse Money Bill Wallet 18th Century Oil Painting Design
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and chic Italian black grosgrain and satin coin change and money bill purse wallet with 18th century oil painting design on front, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Purse ap...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Perforated Metal Office Wastebaskets Trash Cans Italy Memphis Sottsass Ferrari
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Pair. Well used. Simple but in the Memphis style and in the manner of Ettore Sottsass. A very Iconic late 20th century design, circa 1980s, black. 18 inches, and 11.75 inches in heig...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Collection of Vintage Luggage, a Set of Four English Travel Cases
Located in London, GB
Collection of vintage luggage, a set of four English travel cases. English, 20th Century Green: height 18cm, width 67cm, depth 38cm. Tan: height...
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20th Century English Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Stunning circa 1900 Antique Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1900 hand painted Romanian clothes trunk or marriage coffer chest. I have recently purchased a very large collection of these original, antique painted wardrobes...
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Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Pine

Louis Vuitton Valigia Bisten 80 Parigi Anni '70
Located in Milano, IT
Valigia rigida Louis Vuitton modello Bisten 80 nell'iconica tela monogram, databile agli anni '70. Gli interni sono foderati e i manici arrotondati in pelle; gli angoli sono in otton...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Authentic CCCP USSR Olympic Sports Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Authentic CCCP USSR Olympic Naugahyde sports bag, circa 1980s The piece is believed to be designed by Adidas for the 1984 games in Sarajevo, Yugoslavia and is quite rare. The bag ...
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Late 20th Century Russian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Naugahyde

Exceptionally Large Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk, circa 1955
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 Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal, Brass

Japanese Late Meiji Period Black Lacquer Blanket Chest with Golden Painted Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Japanese late Meiji period black lacquer blanket chest from the early 20th century, with gold, white and green floral décor, brass hardware and blue painted accents. Creat...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Louis Vuitton Hardcase Trunk
Located in Napa, CA
Vintage Louis Vuitton Hardcase Trunks with original stickers and serial numbers.
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20th Century Trunks and Luggage

Vintage Burgundy Bottega Veneta Leather Suitcase
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vintage Bottega Veneta embossed leather suitcase in an alluring dark burgundy tone; having brass fittings and reinforced corners. It also includes a combination lock. Made in Italy...
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1980s Italian Vintage Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Louis Vuitton LV Monogram 'Bisten' Suitcase, circa 1990
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 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

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 Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

20th Century Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1930
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A stunning early 20th century Louis Vuitton wardrobe trunk covered in the world famous LV monogrammed canvas. With its lozine borders and brass fittings it would have been the top of...
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal, Brass

20th Century Louis Vuitton Suitcase In Monogram Canvas, France c.1970
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A delightful mid to late 20th-century Louis Vuitton hard-sided case, covered with the iconic monogram canvas and complemented by brass fittings. The exterior exudes the unmistakable ...
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1970s French Other Vintage Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Canvas

Authentic Vintage Louis Vuitton Suitcase Valise
Located in San Francisco, CA
Original Louis Vuitton monogram hard suitcase or valise with original zippered folio. Excellent vintage condition, very lightly used, private origin. Made in France, 1970's.
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20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Canvas

Selection of French Steamer Trunks Goyard and Romand Paris
By Goyard, Paul Romand
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of French Art Deco Steamer Trunks, France, circa 1930s. They are a versatile size and can be used as side tables or coffee tables. They are pric...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Antique chest covered with sculpted copper relief, Belgium ca. 1930
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1930 / chest / copper, wood / Antique / Baroque / Mid-century / Vintage A beautiful large storage or treasure chest crafted in wood and covered in sculptured copper relief...
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1930s Belgian Baroque Vintage Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Copper

Early Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, C. 1910
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 Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

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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