14 800,00€
Antique end of the 19th century genuine and superb Louis Vuitton “Malle Courrier” or steamer trunk, medium size, rare and sought after Tissé monogram canvas, black metal bound with brass studs, reinforced with wooden laths, with wheels to the base and large black steel handles to either end. Its handles are stamped Louis Vuitton.
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 its brass studs. Its lock number is stamped. This beautiful Vuitton trunk also features many traveling labels as well as a hand painted red star on its both sides. These details make this Vuitton trunk very unique.
Its interior has been perfectly relined with a beige fabric as well as its quilting . They have been relined exactly as they used to be originally. So, it is perfect interior, very convenient for storage.
Brand tag on the internal side of the cover reading “Louis Vuitton I. Rue scribe Paris, 149 new bond style London.”
It is in overall good condition but please note that its canvas is gently worned and show signs of fading here and then as shown on photo…This is what gives to this magnificent Vuitton trunk its so special personality.
This authentic Louis Vuitton trunk could be used as a perfect coffee table, a side table or a blanket box and would add a touch of elegance in all types of interiors.
This Vuitton trunk is one of the rarer Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered currently. Indeed , it features the world famous and sought after damier (checkerboard) canvas. Dating to 1889, it is a wonderful example of such luxury trunks.
Thanks to its chocolate color leather trim, its solid brass studs, corners, clasps and locks it still shows the same elegance as it did well over 120 years ago and is a testament to the durability of the best trunk maker in the world.
Customized hand painted stripes add personality to this magnificent Vuitton trunk. Every single stud , its main lock, its clasps as well as its brass side handles are all marked Louis Vuitton. It also still has got its original working key.
As to its interior, it is absolutely breathtaking.
This Louis Vuitton Courrier trunk in damier canvas still has hot its original quilting under its lid with the French flag ribban (blue, white and red ) representative of Louis Vuitton production of 1889 commemorating French Revolution's 100th birthday.
Please note that there is a large stain .
Then its inside fitting is all original and very complete too.It has got 1 large removable tray then on the top of this one, another one with many compartments and flaps . It still features its large Louis Vuitton label with its serial number.
Underneath, it has got its zinc bottom that was used to protect steamer trunks from humidity when they were to travel to tropical countries.
Creator: Louis Vuitton (Maker) Dimensions: Height: 22.84 in (58 cm)Width: 39.38 in (100 cm)Depth: 21.66 in (55 cm) Materials and Techniques: Brass,Canvas,Leather,Poplar Place of Origin: France Period: Late 19th Century Date of Manufacture: 1889 Condition: good overall condition.
Minor fading. Some fading in areas of the checkerboard covered canvas to the outside as well as a large stain on its quilting .
But as it is all original from 1889, it is easy to understand.
This unusual Louis Vuitton trunk features beautiful orange canvas, all leather trim in chocolate color, large leather side handles, as well as all Louis Vuitton stamped brass lock, clasps and studs. It has got a very nice and rich patina.
Its interior is all original beige linen with its original quilting under its lid . The ribbon for quilting is stitched Louis Vuitton all the way. It still has got its Louis Vuitton label as well as its serial number. It is nice and fresh, no smell.
Generally speaking, its interior is rather clean when one keeps in mind that it is over 110 years old. So, obviously, it is not in perfect conditions, there are a couple of stains but they are part of its charm.
Underneath, it still has got its original canvas and its wooden slats. A bespoke wooden stand wal built in order to have this trunk a little taller. Without its wooden stand, it is only 33 cm tall.
This rare Louis Vuitton orange trunk could be used as a coffee table or a blanket trunk in all chic interiors.
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 side handles. Every single brass stud is stamped Louis Vuitton, as well as its clasps, lock and side handles. It has got a couple of traveling labels as well as hand painted customized French flags on its sides that add a lot of personality to this piece. Its interior is all original and complete too .Original lining with its 2 removable trays and its original Vuitton label and serial number. Its interior is clean and has no smell. This Louis Vuitton trunk in monogram canvas could be used as a piece of high end decoration and also for storage.
Dimensions: Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)Width: 31.5 in (80 cm)Depth: 18.9 in (48 cm) Materials and Techniques: Brass,Canvas,Poplar Place of Origin: France Period: Early 20th Century Date of Manufacture: 1920's Condition: Good Wear consistent with age and use.
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