Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Mid-Century Cedar Chest by Lane
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century American made blanket chest with cedar lining.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Oak, Cedar
Goyard Trunk, 1910 France
By Goyard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Astounding vintage Goyard trunk in a rare extra large size. The oldest and largest antique Goyard trunk available for sale anywhere. Completely or...
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1910s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Vintage Rustic Wooden Decorative Storage Trunk.
Located in Seattle, WA
Primitive Storage Trunk with Original Metal Hardware and Patina. Sturdy Construction. No Maker’s Mark. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured.
Dimensions. 29 W ; 8 D ; 9 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
Vintage Lane Acclaim Chest by Andre Bus
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century flip top cedar chest by Lane Furniture. Iconic oak on walnut dovetails, designed by Andre Bus. This can be used at the foot of your bed...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
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Walnut, Oak, Cedar
Goyard Trunk, 1940s France
By Goyard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic vintage Goyard trunk. Wooden frame wrapped in the iconic Goyard canvas print with saddle leather and brass hardware. Incredible patina and colori...
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Louis Vuitton Trunk, 1940s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom vintage Louis Vuitton trunk from the 1940s. Stunning display piece with irregular shape/opening. Perfect for storing papers, books o...
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
50cm Louis Vuitton Trunk, 1940s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Louis Vuitton trunk from the 1940s. 50 cm wide. Perfect for weekend trips or for storing items in the house. Case has "Louis Vuitton, Made In France, 149620" impressed on fro...
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Vintage Louis Vuitton Hat Box
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Louis Vuitton trunk / hat box. Has a silk interior with four corner pockets. Monogrammed on canvas with leather and brass hardware.
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Silk
Classic 1970s Gucci Leather Brief Case, Made in Italy
By Gucci
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic 1970s Gucci leather brief case, made in Italy, nice original condition, monogramed, no key.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Ostrich Skin Men's Briefcase /Attaché Vintage Burgundy Suede Interior
Located in Westport, CT
Ostrich leg men's briefcase/ attaché case vintage burgundy tanned skin, suede interior with skin designed trim locking combination. New old stock
...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Large Dome Shape Mother of Pearl Decorated Jewelry Box or Small Truck
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern dome shape lid mother of pearl decorated jewelry box.
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
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Mother-of-Pearl
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
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Vintage Genuine Top Grade Cowhide Brown Leather Suitcase Luggage
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Genuine top grade cowhide brown leather 24" Suitcase Luggage. Item features H.P.F. monogram, interior with compartments and sections, very nice...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
Vintage Luggage Genuine Leather in Alligator Look, Dionite, Canada, 1950s
Located in Bochum, NRW
A Dionite vintage leather luggage, alligator look, extremely decorative.
Light body covered with alligator patterned cow leather. Under the handle a brass plate with company logo.
Al...
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
Hard Side Leather Overnight Luggage Suitcase Att. to Crouch and Fitzgerald
Located in New York, NY
Chic vintage overnight suitcase in very fine, original condition, attributed to high end maker, Crouch & Fitzgerald. Exception craftsmanship...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Mid-Century Brass Chrome Square Trunk Cube Sidetable
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Fantastic square mixed metal trunk or sidetable with amazing mirrored affect throughout. This versatile piece can be used for storage with its cedar lining as well as a small side ta...
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass, Chrome
1950s Mod Coral Red Hat Box Leed's Tested Travelwear Luggage Prop
Located in Ferndale, MI
Mod 1950s round hat box/train case by Leeds Tested Travelwear New York. The coral-red textured exterior is a gorgeous pop of color with white piping and brass hardware details. An e...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Antique Gentleman's Valet Suitcase, English, Leather, Fitted Interior, C.1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Gentleman's valet suitcase. An English, leather fitted case with silver topped bottles, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Superb fitted suitcase, rep...
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Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
Italian Mid-Century Moder Cream Color Luggage or Suitcase, 1960
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Beautiful Italian suitcase dating back to 1960. Very special as a collector's item or as a piece of furniture. The suitcase is in very good condition, and it is fully original. It ca...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Industrial 1965 Venner IT 387 Metal Zinc Stackable Storage Boxes or Wall Shelves
Located in Markington, GB
Industrial Venner stock number IT - 387, 1965 metal zinc stackable storage display boxes or can be drilled to become stylish wall shelves or can be used as planter boxes, these boxes will be great for shop display, usage is endless!
Proper very well made sturdy bend metal...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Zinc
1964 Mr. Zip Leather Postal Sling Bag
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Behold, the vintage 1964 Leather Mr. Zip Postal Mail Bag, a timeless relic of postal history. Crafted from supple leather, this bag exudes a sense of elegance and durability, reminiscent of a bygone era. Adorned with the iconic Mr. Zip logo, it serves as a charming reminder of the postal service's evolution. With ample storage space and sturdy construction, this bag not only embodies nostalgia but also remains functional for modern-day use. Own a piece of postal heritage with this vintage treasure, where style meets utility in every stitch. Photographed sitting in an Eames fiberglass arm shell chair and on the shoulder of a tubular steel articulating mannequin...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Small Antique Picnic Case, English, Leather, Suitcase, John Pound, Circa 1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique picnic case. An English, leather suitcase by John Pound & Co, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Delightfully distinctive colours to this charmin...
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Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
Sheik Campaign Style 1970s Brass Studded Leather Trunk on Brass Stand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Sheik Campaign Style 1970s Brass Studded Leather Trunk on Brass Stand
USA, circa 1970s
Immerse your living space with this 1970s exquisite Sheik Campaign Style Brass Studded Leath...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Leather Travel Case with Vanity/Grooming Set by Hermés, France
By Hermès
Located in North Miami, FL
1960s Mid-Century Modern leather travel case with vanity/grooming set by the luxury brand Hermès Paris, France
By: Hermès Paris
Material: metal, leather, wood
Technique: carved, cast molded, metalwork
Dimensions: 11 in x 14.5 in x 2.5 in
Date: mid-20th century, circa 1960
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Space Age
Place of origin: France
A mid-20th century leather travel case designed by Hermès Paris, embodying the sophistication and functionality characteristic of the brand’s legacy. This finely crafted piece is covered in tan leather, featuring a textured finish that accentuates its timeless appeal. Its secure metal latches and sturdy leather handle combine elegance with practical design, ensuring both portability and durability. Inside, the case contains a meticulously curated grooming set. The set includes two metal screw-top bottles, two wooden brushes with boar bristles, and an additional metal box, all of which bear the Hermès stamp...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal
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
Mid Century Art Deco Hard Case Leather Attache Briefcase after Bally, Hermes
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional, well crafted vintage hard leather briefcase, attache case in very fine, original, clean and ready to use condition. The case features a fitted interior with saddle bag s...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
Vintage Brown Triple Hornback Alligator Skin Bakelite Hand Bag Purse 12"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century triple hornback brown alligator / crocodile skin / leather purse / hand bag. Rectangular form; gold tone hardware; single tortoiseshell bakelite / acrylic handle. Snap cl...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Bakelite, Alligator
Large aluminium suitcase, Verlin brand, circa 1960
By Verlin
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large aluminium suitcase, Verlin brand, circa 1960.
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1950s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage 1960 Purse Ladies Clutch Hand Bag, France, 1960
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This hand bag is in a black color. It has been done in France cirace 1960.
In faux leather, and gilt metal.
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Faux Leather
Early 20th Century Travel Suitcase Chest Box Canvas Trunk Art Déco
Located in Berlin, DE
Decorative travel suitcase 1900-1920
(The interior trim can be renewed)
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Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal
Cheneys, London Samt & Leder Handtasche, Aktentasche, Tasche, 1950s, England
Located in Andernach, DE
Handtasche / Koffer / Reisetasche / Aktentasche von Cheney, England.
Herstellungszeitraum: um 1950.
Schwarzer, dicker, weicher Samt (verm. Baumwolle) mit so schön Britischen Streife...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Vintage Louis Vuitton Monogram Overnight Case Trunk Luggage, circa 1980
Located in Krefeld, DE
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Travel Trunk. Brown monogram canvas, leather base and top. The key is missing and the trunk comes with patina :-
Nice for decoration or trave...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Judith Leiber Oversize Snakeskin Buckle Pocketbook
Located in Westport, CT
Extra-large Judith Leiber quilted snakeskin pocketbook with two long shoulder straps and buckle Front Design, in pristine condition with box and felt cover.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Animal Skin, Leather
Pair Of Vintage Officer's Campaign Trunks, English, Leather, Cases, Nightstand
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage officer's campaign trunks. An English, leather and brass bedside nightstand, dating to the late 20th century period, circa 1990.
Superb casework, with nic...
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Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern 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
Mid Century French Riviera Wicker Bamboo and Rattan Trunk or Blanket Toy Chest
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
Mid century French Riviera trunk, blanket chest, toy chest, or large picnic basket. Rendered in hand woven wicker with bamboo bent rattan handles, feet, and ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood, Rattan, Wicker, Bamboo
Antique French Wooden Trunk Drawer, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Antique wooden trunk drawer from France. By unknown manufacturer, circa 1930. In original condition, with some visible signs of previous use and age, preserving a beautiful patin...
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1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
Gigantic Antique Shop's Display Chest, English, Vellum, Oak, Trunk, Coffee Table
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a gigantic antique shop's display chest. An English, vellum and oak bound decorative trunk or coffee table, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Unusual example with very large proportion at 4' x 3' - ideal for use as a distinctive coffee table
Displays a desirable aged patina with a time worn appearance
Finished in vellum, known for its resilient properties
Bound with oak straps, showing rich caramel hues and fine grain interest
Of such vast size, almost certainly crafted as a shop display piece
Large lid held together with a pair of Chubb of London sliding clasps — key absent
Pleasingly presentable original interior in good order, commensurate with age
Dressed with leather strap handles to each end for ease of movement
This is a fascinatingly large antique shop...
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Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Animal Skin, Oak
Vintage Trussardi Travel Bag Tote Duffel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Trussardi Travel Bag Luggage Duffel Tote
leather and leatherette
17 h to handles 11 h without handles x 25 w x 13 d
Preowned vintage condition
Refer to images listed
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather, Faux Leather
Pair, Vintage Officer's Campaign Luggage Cases, English, Bedside Nightstands
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage officer's campaign luggage cases. An English, leather and brass bedside nightstand, dating to the late 20th century period, circa 1970.
Exquisite casework, with beautifully appointed detail and finishes
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
Quality leather tanned to a deep caramel hue with lightly aged finish
Bound to corners with brass cappings over leather straps
Dressed with brass slide clasps, the backplate engraved with the Manx emblem — keys absent
Once open, the lids remain raised upon cornflower blue straps
Bright burgundy coloured textile linings in pleasingly clean order
The tactile lining adorned with brass press stud finish
Military interest to the front fascia, with the Royal Marine Commando - Gibraltar emblem
The emblems bares the regiment motto Per Mare, Per Terram - By Sea and By Land
One lid with stamped monogram for E.J.B.
Brass drop handles adorn either side, for ease of carriage
This is a wonderful pair of vintage officer's campaign luggage cases, the clean appearance and proportion presenting a fine opportunity to use them as distinctive bedside nightstands...
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Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Pair Of Vintage Luggage Cases, English, Leather, Bedside, Nightstand, Campaign
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage luggage cases. An English, leather and brass bedside nightstand in the campaign manner, dating to the late 20th century...
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Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Louis Vuitton Saks & Company Braken 50-Style Suitcase or Cabin Trunk, 1940s
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 1940s Louis Vuitton Braken 50-style mid-size suitcase, weekender, or cabin trunk with uncommon dimensions that was originally purchased from Sak...
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Antique Wood and Metal Travel Trunk, Italy 1940s
Located in Naples, IT
Antique travel trunk with distinctive shape Presents some signs of time, there are traces of rust on the frames. The interior, lined with love...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal
Vintage Travelling Suitcase, English, Leather Case, Asprey London, Circa 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage travelling suitcase. An English, leather case by Asprey London, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.
Elegant case ...
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Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
Two 1940s Royalshire Ever-Wear Trunk Works Green Embossed Leather Suitcases
Located in Morristown, NJ
Two 1940's vintage "Royalshire Ever-Wear Trunk Works" suitcases in a dark green alligator pattern, made of embossed cowhide with lovely stitching detail. The interior is fabric lined...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal
Teak Cedar Chest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century Danish made blanket chest with cedar inside.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Teak
Italian Mid-Century Modern Luggage in Brown Leather with Beige Fabric, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern luggage in brown leather with beige fabric, 1970s.
Rectangular suitcase in brown leather. Brass closure, handle present. Beige fabric interior with two el...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk, Distressed Brown Leather, Monogram Canvas, France
Located in Stamford, CT
Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk, Distressed Brown Leather, Monogram Canvas, France, Early 20th Century
Large vintages steamer or luggage trunk by n...
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Louis Vuitton Malle de Voyage Personnalisées. Parigi Fine Anni '40 del Novecento
Located in Milano, IT
Baule Louis Vuitton databile alla fine degli anni '40, restaurato e riportato alle condizioni originali. Si tratta di un baule da viaggio di dimensioni ridotte rispetto ai normali st...
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Canvas
Italian Mid-Century Moder Luggages or Suitcases Mèlange Color, Set of Two, 1960
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Set of two Italian suitcases from the 1960s, very valuable as a collector's item or for furniture, and still functional today. Both suitcases are in good...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather, Fabric
1940s Polished Aluminium Steamer Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This polished aluminium cabin trunk is very unusual.
It is magnificent and mirror polished. Golden brass studs. Leather handles.
Its interior still has been relined in black velvet...
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1940s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Aluminum
Paul Evans Style Cityscape Mixed Metal Patchwork Chest
Located in Houston, TX
Paul Evans style cityscape mixed metal patchwork chest.
Handsome Paul Evans style cityscape mixed metal patchwork chest, box, coffer or document box. ...
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1970s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal
Italian Mid-Century Modern Luggage in Brown and Green Leather, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern Luggage in brown and green leather, 1970s
Rectangular suitcase in brown leather. Brass closure, handle present. Forest green leather interior with a pocke...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Luggage in Green Leather with Beige Fabric, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern luggage in green leather with beige fabric, 1970s.
Rectangular suitcase in green leather with metal profiles. Metal closure. Light beige-green fabric inte...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal
Don Shoemaker Exotic Wood Inlaid Decorative Briefcase for Señal, circa 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisitely crafted slim decorative briefcase designed by Don Shoemaker for Señal of Mexico. Taking advantage of the expertise provided by Mexican artisans, shoemaker founded Señal w...
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1960s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Jacaranda, Rosewood, Cocobolo
Copper and Brass Umbrella Stand by Vereinigte Werkstätten München, circa 1955
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Delightful handcrafted German Mid-Century modern umbrella stand or holder by the Vereinigte Werkstätten (Atelier) München, circa 1955. Handmade in patinated copper with cast brass tr...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass, Copper
5 Vintage Eel Skin Soft Leather Clutch Coin Purses Billfold Wallet Pouch Bag
Located in Dayton, OH
Lot of five vintage eel skin purses including a black tri-fold clutch / billfold, black bi-fold wallet, medium brown wallet, medium brown zippered pouch...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
Mid-century Modern trunks and luggage for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern trunks and luggage for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage trunks and luggage created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with animal skin, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern trunks and luggage made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original trunks and luggage, popular names associated with this style include Louis Vuitton, Cheney, London, Hartmann Trunk Company, and Fendi. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for trunks and luggage differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $121 and tops out at $32,000 while the average work can sell for $1,400.