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Trunks and Luggage For Sale
Goyard Steamer Trunk, circa 1915
By Goyard
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
Antique 20th Century Goyard Courier Trunk In Chevron Canvas, France c.1900
By Goyard
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
19th Century Travel Trunk by Innovation
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th century travel trunk by Innovation
Innovation is a well known American company which specialised in luxury travel wardrobes and suitcases, they had a shop on Les Champs Elysé...
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Late 19th Century American Classical Antique Trunks and Luggage
English Pine Box/Blanket Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
This pine box/blanket chest has the original rattail hinges. It has the original steel strapping, carrying handles, and brass escutcheon.
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1840s English Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass, Steel
Louis Vuitton of Paris Tan Canvas Dress Suit Carrier With Brass Hanger
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Louis Vuitton of Paris Dress Tan Canvas Suit Carrier With Monogrammed Brass Handle With Monogrammed Brass Handle
Full height with handle in use 113cm
Width 51cm
Depth 2cm
Height w...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern 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
Antique Fitted Silver Chest, English, Oak, Iron Bound, Shipping Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique fitted silver chest. An English, oak and bound iron shipping trunk, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.
Fascinating bound example, with superb Victo...
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Oak
Chinese camphor wood trunk on ebonized hardwood stand, 1820
Located in Kenilworth, IL
This camphor wood trunk exhibits elegant figuring, brass hardware, and rests on an ebonized hardwood stand with hand carved detailing.
China, made for the Western trade, circa 1820.
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
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
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
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
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
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
Early 1900s Antique Steamer Trunk from "Innovation" New York, USA
By Innovation
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
19th Century Camphor Wood Travelling Campaign Trunk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A large late 19th-century camphor wood brass-bound travelling campaign trunk with brass mounts and carrying handles. It features a warm, rich colour and patina, suitable for use as a...
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19th Century British Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Other
19th Century Spanish Carved Cassone Trunk with Original Hardware and Three Locks
Located in Miami, FL
Place this elegant antique coffer at the foot of a king size bed. Crafted in Spain, circa 1800, the rectangular trunk stands on bracket feet. Heavily carved on all three sides with a...
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Early 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
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
19th Century Camphor Wood Campaign Travelling Trunk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A large late 19th-century camphor wood brass-bound travelling campaign trunk with brass mounts and brass carrying handles. It features a warm, rich colour and patina, suitable for us...
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Late 19th Century British British Colonial Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Other
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
Italian Antique Wood Bench with Back
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
It's an old , nice and sturdy chest. It has a single internal space, but three doors to open it where needed. The backrest is also comfortable so as not to lean against the wall: Y...
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Late 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Fruitwood
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
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...
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Italian Renaissance Polychromed Trunk
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Renaissance style carved cassone floor trunk with polychromed and gold trim (17th Cent.)
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17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
19th Century Italian Carved Cassone Trunk with Original Hardware, 1890s
Located in Miami, FL
Place this elegant antique coffer at the foot of a king size bed. Crafted in Italy, circa 1880, the rectangular trunk stands on bracket feet. Heavily carved on all three sides with a...
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Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Walnut
Antique Leather Cricket Bag
Located in Barcelona, ES
Leather cricket kit bag, England, 1920s.
For decorative purposes or window dressings
Measures: 93 cm W x 26 cm D x 28 cm H (36,61 in W x 10,23 in D x 11,02 in H ).
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20th Century English Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
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
Early 19th Century Georgian Leather Brassbound Coaching Trunk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
This small, attractive early 19th-century Georgian leather brass-bound coaching trunk or chest is a remarkable piece. It is covered in beautifully studded ...
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique 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
Late 19th Century Italian Rustic Antique Trunk in Fir Wood
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We are delighted to present this rustic antique Italian trunk, dating back to the end of the 19th century. Crafted from solid fir wood, this trunk exudes a charming rustic appeal, characterized by its intense brown color that imparts a warm and inviting effect to any space.
The lid lifts effortlessly to reveal a spacious compartment, perfect for ample storage. A functional wooden rod keeps the lid open, providing easy access to your belongings. On the sides, two sturdy iron handles make it practical to lift and move the trunk as needed. While the lock is intact, please note that the key is missing. The trunk showcases traditional antique joints...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Fir
19th Century Peruvian Stitched Leather Suitcase
Located in Marbella, ES
19th Century Peruvian leather suitcase with decorative stitching.
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Mid-19th Century Peruvian Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
Interesting and decorative wicker picnic basket
Located in Ferndale, MI
Nicely made wicker basket . Decorative use for storage or actually go on a picnic .
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wicker
Dutch 19th Century Solid Carved Oak Coffer
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This Dutch solid oak paneled and carved coffer is from the 1800’s. The sturdy trunk opens on hand forged iron hinges to a wide open interior with a candle box in the top right. Clean...
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19th Century Dutch Other Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Oak
Green painted Southern Yellow Pine 19th century carriage strong box forged iron
Located in Mobile, AL
Green folk painted Southern yellow pine carriage trunk or strong box. The size is just about perfect for liquor bottles, too. Dovetail construction with hand forged clasp and hinges. The original finish was likely brown and it looks like it got it's first coat...
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1840s American Folk Art Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
antique beech shepherd’s chest, 1850’s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Low shepherd’s chest with a beautiful appearance and proportions. These chests were made in the same way for centuries. They were decorated with traditional magical geometric symbols...
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1850s Romanian Folk Art Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Beech
19th C. Brass Riveted Leather Travel Trunk Sage's Trunk Depot Boston, Ma.
Located in Rochester, NY
A large 19th century American brass riveted leather travel trunk in nicely aged original surface color patina to leather and brass. Ink stamped at both sides with owners name - Mrs. A.J. Wellman, Friendship NY ( information about this historically prominent family available online ) Fully linen lined interior with removable upper tray. Wood slats on bottom. Brass lock plate is stamped Eagle Lock Co. Patent dated 1877. Original paper label at interior of trunk - Sage's Trunk Depot - Corner of Washington and Essex Streets - Boston, Ma. ( img. 10 ) A rare antique American...
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19th Century American Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
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
Antique Scandinavian Baroque Style Oak Sewing Box Small Chest with Key Mid 1800
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Antique Scandinavian Baroque style sewing box made from solid oak with a warm patina.
Manufactured ca mid 1800.
The box has a pin cushion on top and comes with its original iron key...
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Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Baroque Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
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
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
Hand-Crafted Tan Leather & Oak Box
Located in London, GB
Hand cut, hand-stitched and riveted from the very finest heavy stirrup bridle leather. Solid English oak with burr copper rivet base. The box is hand saddle stitched in the tradition...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather, Oak
circa 1800 Extra Large Antique Original Paint German Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, extra large circa 1800 hand painted German clothes trunk or marriage coffer chest with Acanthus leaf painting
I have recently purchased a very large collection of these original, antique painted wardrobes...
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Early 1800s European George III Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Pine
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
Late 16th Century Venetian Cedar Wood Cassone Nuptial Chest Garden of Eden Theme
Located in Encinitas, CA
Late 16th century Venetian cedar wood cassone wedding chest featuring finely detailed carving in the champleve decorative style on both the front...
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16th Century Italian Baroque Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
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
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
WWI Era Military Trunk Painted by Artist Ira Yeager
By Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing folk art military radio trunk with a painted bust of an native American Indian by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022). WWI era canvas covered trunk used to store radio parts...
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20th Century American Folk Art 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
Mongolian Painted Trunk
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully painted Mongolian wooden chest of the 19th century. This is a wonderful example exhibiting the art work in the region. Large hand made hand decorated Mongolian painted storage chest. A well preserved patina showcasing its history alive with warm soft rich colors of cinnabar, red, white, orange, gray, gold and black. Superbly decorated with birds, butterfly's, flowers and goldfish. Surrounded with the endless knot or eternal knot Srivatsa. Srivatsa is a symbolic knot one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols in Tibetan Buddhism. It is symbolized also as Samsara, the endless cycle of suffering of birth, death and rebirth and the inter-twining of wisdom and compassion. Also as a symbol representing the cycle of life. This highly decorated chest was worthy of such Auspicious regard making it extremely significant to those who used it. An important Asian Antique chest...
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Late 19th Century Mongolian Tibetan Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood, Poplar
Large French Pirate Corsair's Chest - Safe - Louis XIV Period - France XVIIth
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Exceptional and extremely rare privateer/pirate chest in solid oak.
The wood is richly carved with rosettes.
The bottom of the trunk is pierced with holes...
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17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wrought Iron
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
19th Century Anglo Indian Inlaid Elephant Motif Trunk or Large Wooden Chest
Located in Miami, FL
A Fine Quality 19th Century Anglo Indian Inlaid Elephant Motif Trunk
This exquisite 19th Century Anglo Indian Inlaid Elephant Motif Trunk is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship. The...
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19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Anglo-Indian Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Walnut, Birch, Velvet, Rosewood
Spectacular Victorian Brass Bed, c1880
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Completely unusual pet bed, because he/she/it deserves the very best.
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
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.