1910 Orange Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

A Superb Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk.  Covered in the famous Orange Vuittonite Canvas, with brass mounts, rivets, clasp and lock, all stamped “L.V”, the central lock is stamped “LOUIS VUITTON” Made in France, the internal has the original beige interior, with the Louis Vuitton makers label serial No 757613 “70 Champs – Elysees”. The base has 4 brass wheels for easier portability. C1910

Louis Vuitton’s heritage as a trunk maker preceded even the founding of the company. It was in 1837 that a 16-year-old Louis Vuitton arrived in Paris by foot and started apprenticing for Monsieur Maréchal. At the time, horse-drawn carriages, boats and trains were the main modes of transportation, and baggage was handled roughly. Travellers called upon craftsmen to pack and protect their individual objects.

Louis Vuitton quickly became a valued craftsman at the Parisian atelier of Monsieur Maréchal. These were the roots of his highly specialised trade; the beginnings of his career in an artisanal industry that called upon skills to custom design boxes and, later, trunks according to clients’ wishes. Louis Vuitton stayed for 17 years before opening his own workshop at 4 Rue Neuve-des-Capucines near the Place Vendome.

This vintage Louis Vuitton trunk remains in original condition, there are a few marks due to the age, but this does not take away just how lovely this trunk really is, would make a great addition to any collector. 

Dimensions: H: 36cm W: 81cm D: 48cm