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Trunks and Luggage For Sale
19th Century, Traditional Mexican Lacquered and Hand-Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Mexico City, MX
This chest from the 19th century is a majestic example of the technique known as ‘maque’, or lacquer, developed in Mexico over the centuries. It is lacquered in an orange background and profusely decorated on all sides. On its front a typical Mexican town...
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19th Century Mexican Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Large 16th century carved and polychroom painted oak Venetian chest, Italy
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Italy / 16th century / Venetian chest or Cassone / oak, polychroom / antique / renaissance
A large carved and gilt painted Venetian marriage chest made in oak in the 16th century i...
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood, Oak
Country Farmhouse Style Mexican Double Lid Wooden Coffee Table Storage Trunk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Country Farmhouse Style Mexican Double Lid Wooden Coffee Table Storage Trunk. Item features a double sided lid, cast iron hardware, solid wood cons...
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Late 20th Century Country Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
Cabron Document Trunk by Madheke
Located in Geneve, CH
Cabron document trunk by Madheke
Dimensions: W 53 x D 38 x H 47 cm.
Materials: leather, fabric, metal.
Carbon fiber imprint leather, vintage inspir...
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2010s Indian Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal
Louis Vuitton Suitcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Louis Vuitton Suitcase in great vintage condition. France, 1940s.
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Mid-20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Presteen Condition Leather Weekender Bag Made in Vienna, 1950/ 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
The item on sale is a dreamy weekender/travel bag made from beautiful light leather. All the handles, zippers and flaps look untouched, no stains or marks from grabbing. The bottom i...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
French 16th Century Coffre, Trunk
Located in Atlanta, GA
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
Louis Vuitton, Ave Marceau, 78bis, Paris, 1950's Suitcase
Located in Montreal, QC
Rigid suitcase in monogram canvas, lozinated edges, corners and closure in brass. Bought from Saks Fifth Ave New-York.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
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
19th Century Wien Armored Cabinet, Safe, Restored and Functioning, All Original
By Wien
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1969 Wien Armored cabinet, safe, restored and functioning, in solid oak the internal structure, covered with panels in welded steel.
Measures cm: H 1...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Steel
Edwardian Leather Hat Box By Herbert Johnson Of London
Located in Essex, MA
Brown leather box with a beaver top hat . Red leather interior. From a Hamilton Massachusetts estate.
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Trunks and Luggage
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...
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Early 20th Century Trunks and Luggage
Antique 19th Century Anglo-Indian Haveli Trunk with Iron-Clad Fittings
Located in Casteren, NL
A mid-19th century, Anglo-Indian Trunk with original ribbed iron fittings.
The trunk or chest is made in solid teak wood and richly decorated with hammered and forged iron strappin...
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Mid-19th Century Indian Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Steel
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
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
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
Brass
Vintage Crocodile Suitcase by Hartmann
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-20th century, dark crocodile hide exterior, satin interior and custom fitted canvas cover. Individual characteristics are as follows: Suitcase has w...
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Mid-20th Century North American Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Crocodile, Canvas, Satin
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.
Category
Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Small Late 17th Century English Oak Trunk / Chest / Bench
Located in San Francisco, CA
A desirable late 17th century English oak trunk / chest.
Warm and rich original patina. In very good shape and condition, the original hinges have been replaced. Perfect for a bench ...
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17th Century English Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Oak
English 1920s Sarah Rackett Metal Trunk with Handles Mounted on New Custom Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English metal trunk from the early 20th century, on custom stand. Created in England during the first quarter of the 20th century, this metal trunk is accented with brass hardware...
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Early 20th Century English Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal, Brass
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
18th Century Colonial Wooden Chest with Relief Carvings and Iron Fittings
Located in Marbella, ES
18th century colonial wooden trunk with hand carved ornamental, flower and bust reliefs on top and sides. Wrought iron fittings, decorations and side h...
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Mid-18th Century South American Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
The Asprey Londoner Trolley, Size: 18", Never Used
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Asprey Londoner trolley, size 18"
An exceptional and meticulously cared-for, unused Asprey Londoner trolley suitcase in black leather—a rare find, espec...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Chrome
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
Vintage Leather Bag with Carry Handles
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Small vintage leather Gladstone style bag
A tan leather square mouth small 'Gladstone' bag with brown linen interior with a side pocket. The...
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1950s English Vintage 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
Japanese Namban Lacquer and Inlay Coffer Momoyama Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare Japanese Namban Lacquer domed coffer circa 1570-1610s of Azuchi-Momoyama to early Edo period. These types of lacquerware were made for export to ...
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16th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
1950s Hermès Ebony Brush
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Hermès clothing brush. Made from rare Ebony Macassar wood, boar bristles and brass. This brush is meant to preserve the life and appearance o...
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1960s French Vintage Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
George I Studded Leather Trunk on Stand
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine George I period studded leather travel trunk, dated 1723, on stand, the domed lid studded with brass and iron tacks in a foliate and vine pattern, with the initials "I.M." and "...
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1720s English Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
1950s Leather and Wooden Travel Suitcase
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s Leather and Wooden Travel Suitcase
Category
Mid-20th Century European Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather, 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
20th Century Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, France c.1930
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A magnificent and exceptionally rare Louis Vuitton shoe trunk, adorned with stencilled monogram canvas, lozine trim and brass fittings. Elevating its uniqueness is the remarkably uncommon size that distinguishes it from standard models. This extraordinary piece measures an impressive 90cm in length, an astounding 50% wider than the already scarce shoe trunks typically encountered. Dating back to the first half of the 20th century, this trunk was an indispensable possession for discerning elite travellers, evoking the grandeur of passenger ships and the first-class luxury of bygone eras.
Designed with the utmost attention to detail, this rare find is equipped with its original lift-out trays, showcasing the timeless craftsmanship that has come to define Louis Vuitton...
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Wardrobe Luggage Trunk
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A 19th century wardrobe luggage trunk. Fine quality, French. Striped cloth, wood, metal & brass bound. Fitted for hanging on one side, with drawers & fold-out storage on the other. C...
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19th Century French Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal, Brass
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
18th-C. Large Scale Hand Painted Continental / Swedish Pine Coffer or Trunk
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an exceptional piece! It is a large scale hand painted continental coffer or trunk. It could be Swedish in origin. Note hand forged hardware...
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Late 18th Century European Rustic Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
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
Exceptional French 17th Century Marriage Trunk
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional 17th century Marriage Trunk - Malle - from the Provence region of France. Soundly constructed from wood and clad in leather. Beautifully ...
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17th Century French Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
1930s Light Brown Canvas Extra Large "Cube Shape" French Hat Trunk, Hat Box
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This large hat box features light brown canvas, leather trim and solid brass clasps and corners as well as a leather handle on the top. Beautiful and warm patina.
1 key.
Original b...
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1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 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...
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
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
18th Century Swiss Polychrome Decorated Blanket Chest Trunk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Colorful 18th century Swiss blanket chest or trunk featuring a polychrome decorated finish. Beautifully decorated with blue painted iron strapping and a floral motif on top. Dated 17...
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18th Century Swiss Folk Art Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
Early 19th Belgian Bleached Oak Trunk with original Iron Hardware
Located in Miami, FL
A provincial wooden trunk from 1800s North Europe The charming case is decorated with carved spiral patterns intertwined in a floral embrace. The chest is elevated, its feet compleme...
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Early 19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Oak
Indian 19th Century Teak and Iron-Bound Trunk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This 19th century, Anglo-Indian solid teak trunk with original iron bindings has aged beautifully. It has a striking patina with fantastic texture and grain. The hinged top has two f...
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19th Century Indian Other Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Teak
Holland and Holland Leather Double Gun Case, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
A beautiful leather on oak double gun case made to house a pair of side by side double barrel 12 bore shotguns. With original felt lined interior and elabora...
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Early 1900s English Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Poseidon Square Bathroom Set
By Pinetti
Located in Milan, IT
This exquisite bathroom set is an elegant addition to a contemporary bathroom or powder room, where it will provide a precious collection of item...
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2010s Italian 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
Vintage Gucci Large Black Leather Suitcase Luggage Travel Bag Green Red Webbing
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Gucci Large Black Leather Suitcase Luggage Travel Bag Green Red Webbing. Item featured is original vintage Gucci luggage, gold gilt "Made...
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1980s Modern Vintage Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
Wonderful 19th Century Arts & Crafts Metal & Copper Embossed Trunk Firebox
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Character rich antique firebox trunk, circa early 1800s or late 1700’s, having charming embossed metal and copper Arts & Crafts decoration.
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19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal, Copper
Suitcase Leather Gifted 1920 Ehofmann Dr John Vance Fitted Interior
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A fine, high quality leather suitcase, the top leather embossed 'JGV', with reinforced corners, leather handle and brass hardware, the lock stamped 'EHOFMANN 11457' No key. The inside with brass label 'To Dr John...
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20th Century German Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Nickel
18th Century Spanish Large Carved Wood Coffer Trunk
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish 18th century large size carved-wood coffer. This Spanish trunk from the 18th century features a long rectangular-shaped top which rests above a beautifully carved case adorn with a leaf motif moldings and geometrically designed panels with decorative accents within their centres. Front paw feet project out beneath the thickly molded skirt. The trunk's interior offers a large open storage space. This 18th century Spanish chest is an overall rich, brown color with beautiful aging throughout. The back-side of this piece remains un-decorated, therefore best use would be against a wall, bed, or sofa. This 18th century coffer from Spain would be perfect at the foot of a bed, or within in a family/living room, with plentiful storage for blankets and pillows...
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18th Century Spanish Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
19th Century Wooden Chest or Floor Trunk, Original Paint
Located in Praha, CZ
19th century antique wooden chest or floor trunk.
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1890s Czech Industrial Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
18th Century Continental Coffer Trunk Small
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a handsome 18th century Continental trunk. This one is smaller in size. Some repairs are evident. The right side handle is not original. Warm...
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1750s European Jacobean Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Oak
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...
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20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather, Canvas
Early Colonial Stained Maple Handmade Travel Trunk / Chest with Hinged Top
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handmade travel trunk carved from maple wood planks with applied steel hinges and clasp.
The hinged top opens to reveal a removable, divided tray providi...
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Early 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Maple
Louis Vuitton 'Vache Naturelle' Tan Leather Suitcase, circa 1935
Located in London, GB
A superb 'Vache Naturelle' suitcase by Louis Vuitton. With original cotton lined interior (missing tray), circa 1935.
Louis Vuitton was founded by its namesake in 1854, with the fir...
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1930s French Vintage Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Antique Master Shipwright's Chest, English, Mahogany, Tool Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique master shipwright's chest. An English, ebonized mahogany tool trunk with ornate interior, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.
...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Mahogany
Two Vintage Louis Vuitton Trunks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two vintage Louis Vuitton Trunks / Each one has its own serial number on the inside.
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20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
Early 20th Century French Black Leather Traveling Trunk with Brass Detailing
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This French wooden steam trunk from the early twentieth century is covered in black leather and features wooden runners and brass corners that offered protection from damage when tra...
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Early 20th Century French 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.