French Trunks and Luggage

One of the rarest Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered, this trunk is covered in the world famous damier (checkerboard) canvas. Known as the shirt trunk, it is a diminutive size and an...

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A well proportioned natural leather covered Louis Vuitton cabin trunk that has built up an attractive patina with age. Has original leather handles & brass fittings and has its original interior in-tact (including the original tray); Circa 1930. One of the original handle supports is a newly made replacement of the original, that was beyond repair. Provenance: From the collection of Anouska Hempel, noted interior designer, hotelier and taste maker. Dimensions: 91 cm/35⅞ inches (length) x 52 cm/20½ inches (depth) x 34.5 cm/13⅝ inches (height). About Louis Vuitton From humble beginnings, Louis Vuitton laid the foundations for a luggage enterprise serving the upper echelons of 19th-century society. His son, Georges, expanded on his father’s work throughout the 20th century. Louis Vuitton was born on 4 August 1821 in Anchay, a rural village in Eastern France. His father, Xavier Vuitton, was a farmer, his mother, Coronne Gaillard, a milliner. In 1835, aged 13, Vuitton left Anchay on foot for his two-year journey to Paris. He found work as a layetier – a maker of wooden boxes and cases for transporting travelers’ possessions – and was selected as the personal layetier to Empress Eugénie de Montijo, a Spanish Countess and wife of Napoleon III. In 1854, at 4 Rue Neuve de Capucines, Paris, Vuitton launched his enterprise, gaining recognition among Parisian nobility. A second Parisian store opened at 1, Rue Scribe, after the 1871 Siege of Paris. Striped “Rayée” canvas and the first Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk arrived in the 1870s, expanding abroad to 289 Oxford Street, London, and introducing the Damier canvas in the 1880s. Louis Vuitton passed...

This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features hand painted stenciled monogram canvas, deep chocolate color leather trim, Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass locks, clasps and studs ...

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...

This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features monogram canvas,honey color lozine trim, LV stamped solid brass locks and clasps , studs as well as leather side handles and brass co...

Antique end of the 19th century genuine and superb Louis Vuitton "Malle Courrier" or steamer trunk, medium size, rare and sought after Tisse' monogram canvas, silver color metal bound with brass studs, reinforced with wooden laths, with wheels to the base and large leather handles to either end.Its handles are embossed Louis Vuitton on its flanges. It has got a very warm and lively look thanks to its patinated by time woven canvas. Its main lock, made of solid brass is stamped Louis Vuitton, as well as all its brass studs .Its lock number is stamped. Its interior is all original too, lined with a beige fabric but its quilting under its lid has been redone a while ago..It also has its 2 original removable trays Brand tag on the internal side of the cover reading "Louis Vuitton I. Rue scribe...

This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features stenciled canvas monogram, Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass locks, studs and large leather side handles. It also has got honey col...

A Rare Louis Vuitton Dresser/Desk trunk that is entirely covered with signature monogrammed canvas from Louis Vuitton circa 1930s. The exterior c...

A Louis Vuitton Shoe trunk that is entirely covered with signature monogrammed canvas from Louis Vuitton circa 1930s. The canvas has lived and bears marks, scratches and losses. It ...

A magnificent trunk that is entirely covered by the damier canvas from Louis Vuitton circa 1890s. The original leather strap is still in place, but unfortunately broken and can't clo...

A beautiful trunk that is entirely covered by the signature monogrammed canvas from Louis Vuitton circa 1920s. The monogram canvas shows some loss and scratches on the top of the tru...

A beautiful Hat trunk that is entirely covered by the signature stencil monogrammed canvas from Louis Vuitton circa 1930s. It features: - Lozine trim, - Brass hardware. - a leath...

A beautiful cabin trunk that is entirely covered signature stencil monogrammed canvas from Louis Vuitton circa 1930s. It features: - Lozine trim, - Wooden slats - Brass hardware....

This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram canvas, deep chocolate color leather trim, LV stamped solid brass locks and studs as well as solid brass side hand...

This fanciful trunk was built in the early 19th century in France. The front flaunts a captivating miscellany of eclectic patterns exquisitely carved on the black-patinated wooden su...

Antique wooden trunk drawer from France. By unknown manufacturer, circa 1930. In original condition, with some visible signs of previous use a...

A beautiful shoe trunk that is entirely covered with the signature stencil monogrammed canvas from Louis Vuitton circa 1930s. It features: - Lozine trim, - Wooden slats - Brass hardware. Original owner’s initials are painted on the side exterior canvas: L.S The spacious interior has been newly relined following the original lining design, with two removable trays. (There is no inner label) Originally this trunk was used to store shoes. The trunk has no keys. Dimensions: Height 40cm, width 61.5cm, depth 39cm The dimensions of this trunk would be perfect as a side table or mini coffee table...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning fully restored original Louis Vuitton 1920 steamer wardrobe trunk originally owne...

Louis Vuitton 'President' attaché case in taiga leather, circa 2003 with matching burgundy leather lining to the inside. The front is secured with a sprun...

Early 20th century Louis Vuitton Paris monogram canvas trunk, travel hard case. Not only is this early 20th century Louis Vuitton Paris mo...

1930s Louis Vuitton monogram steamer trunk. The exterior of the trunk has the classic LV monogram, wood and leather trimming with ...

44" long vintage Louis Vuitton footlocker with four trays, leather handles and keys.