1950's Goyard Library Trunk in Chevron Canvas
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Designed for the discerning traveler, the library trunk served as a portable bookcase, allowing one to transport a personal library in both style and safety .The trunk is covered in ...
Brass
20thC Louis Vuitton Encyclopedia Britannica Trunk In Monogram Canvas c.1911
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Louis Vuitton was at the forefront of luxury trunk design during this era, and his library trunk, as part of a distinguished range of commercial trunks, was available in various fini...
Brass
Unavailable
H 10.63 in W 13 in D 35.04 in
1910 Louis Vuitton Britannica Library Trunk with Complete Britannica Set
Located in London, GB
A Louis Vuitton Encyclopaedia Britannica library trunk, one of the 100 Legendary Trunks, made in 1910, canvas case with LV monogram, lozine, brass rivets, locks, key and reinforced ...
Louis Vuitton Encyclopaedia Britannica Library Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Northampton, GB
Literature 100 Legendary Trunks - Louis Vuitton 253 Library Trunk, Encyclopaedia Britannica, Cambridge, 1911.
Canvas
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H 18.12 in W 22.45 in D 15.36 in
20th Century Rare Louis Vuitton Monogramed Library Trunk, C.1920
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early 20th Century very rare Louis Vuitton 'Library Trunk'. The Louis Vuitton collection of Library Trunks were a great hit with travellers and writers alike, Ernest Hemingwa...
Brass
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H 18.9 in W 24.41 in D 12.6 in
Antique 20th century Extremely Rare Louis Vuitton Hemingway Trunk, circa 1935
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Description Way back in 1927, American author Ernest Hemingway became the lucky owner of his own custom trunk designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton. Hemingway’s library trunk was a mis...
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H 18.9 in W 24.41 in L 18.9 in
20th Century Extremely Rare Louis Vuitton Hemingway Trunk, circa 1935
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Description: Way back in 1927, American author Ernest Hemingway became the lucky owner of his own custom trunk designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton. Hemingway’s library trunk was a mi...
Canvas
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H 10.63 in W 35.44 in D 13 in
20thC Louis Vuitton Encyclopedia Britannica Trunk In Monogram Canvas c.1911
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Louis Vuitton was at the forefront of luxury trunk design during this era, and his library trunk, as part of a distinguished range of commercial trunks, was available in various fini...
Brass
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H 21.5 in W 33.5 in D 21.25 in
English 19th Century Leather Travel Trunk on Rectangular Mahogany Wooden Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
This well-worn English leather trunk has been repurposed. This piece, which holds great history, has a rich patina that would compliment any living room, used as a coffee table or pe...
Leather, Wood, Mahogany
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H 12.5 in W 33.5 in D 22 in
English Leather Travel or Steamer Trunk by John Pound & Co. England, circa 1883
By John Pound & Co.
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rich patina and a sturdy and flat top if you would like to use it as a coffee or end table in your library or den. The trunk can be opened and used for additional storage.
Brass
1920s Goyard Library Trunk in Iconic Chevron Canvas
By Goyard, Maison Goyard
Located in London, GB
The 1920s Goyard Library Trunk is a sublime piece of artistry, steeped in history and resonating with the aura of a bygone era.
Louis Vuitton Library Trunk, circa 1920
Located in Aspen, CO
A Louis Vuitton library trunk, circa 1920 in monogrammed canvas with the initials S.C. and the number 8.
Leather, Canvas
Louis Vuitton Library Trunk, circa 1930s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Haguenau, FR
Build for travel with your favourite book's Massif brass lock with key Drawers and separate rebuilt Outside clean Malle bibliothèque Louis Vuitton (années 30) Conçu...
Brass
$1,864 / set
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
Set of 4 Lucite Pink and Chrome Plia Chairs, Piretti for Castelli, Italy 1970s
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Roma, IT
Set of 4 original and signed "Plia" pink lucite folding chairs. NOS (new old Stock) This fantastic set was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1967. PLIA, the symbol of a n...
Steel, Chrome
$15,385
H 27.56 in W 20.87 in D 9.06 in
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Shoe Trunk, Louis Vuitton Shoe Case, Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This trunk was a special order made in 2000's. It features checkers canvas, or damier ébène and stamped LV solid brass locks, corners and studs. On the top is the leather handle, Lou...
Brass
$3,300
H 4.13 in W 10.13 in D 9.5 in
Antique 20th Century Leather Travel Case For Jewellery Circa 1930
Located in London, GB
An Antique 20th Century Leather Travel Case For Jewellery, Circa 1930. This piece appears to be in unused condition, the exterior crocodile skin retains its original patina through...
Leather
Early 20th-Century French Travel Trunk with Brass Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
A superb example of early 20th-century French travel craftsmanship, this handsome black leather-clad trunk features a robust wooden structure reinforced with brass and iron hardware....
Brass, Iron
French 19th Century Steamer Trunk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fantastic 19th century French traveling trunk, constructed of pine and steel, dressed in light peach colored illustrations on paper. Graphic, geometric patterns and stylized cartou...
Metal
$27,500
H 46.46 in W 101.58 in D 20.28 in
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega Decorative Fireplace Mantel
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega, decorative fireplace mantel, lacquered wood, plaster, glass, iron, Italy, 1930s This striking decorative fireplace mantel, presumabl...
Iron
Pair of English Zinc Steamer Trunks / Coffee Tables
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two polished zinc cabin travel trunks / coffee tables by Mossman, England, 1930s They have gilt patinated iron locks, iron bindings and one has rubber handles, the other one h...
Metal, Iron, Zinc
$5,460Sale Price|30% Off
H 9.85 in W 13.78 in D 8.27 in
LOUIS VUITTON - Vintage Cosmetics Case - Boite Pharmacy
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Porto, PT
Vintage Louis Vuitton Boite Pharmacy cosmetic case. This vintage LV cosmetic case from the early 1980s features a separate compartment and a mirror, making it an attractive piece for...
Leather
$76,925
H 44.89 in W 25.6 in D 22.45 in
Large Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk , Louis Vuitton Trunk, Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This impressive Louis Vuitton wardrobe features monogramm canvas, lozine trim, LV stamped solid brass lock and studs as well as solid brass corners.It is a big Louis Vuitton tank as ...
Brass
$11,107Sale Price|25% Off
H 49.22 in W 77.56 in D 33.86 in
Restoration period mahogany-veneered sofa bed with canopy
Located in Paris, FR
Restoration-period mahogany-veneered boat-shaped sofa-bed with slightly inverted headboard. The front is soberly adorned with an ormolu plaque featuring scrolls and fleurons framing ...
Bronze
Rare Antique French Goyard Wardrobe Steamer Trunk
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large and impressive E. Goyard steamer trunk, Paris, France circa 1900. It features a dome shaped trunk case covered with Goyard signature chevron canvas and befitted with patinate...
Bronze
$68,500
H 56.25 in W 25 in D 21.75 in
Louis Vuitton, Large Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Stamford, CT
Louis Vuitton, Large Steamer Trunk or Wardrobe Case, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order Model number m12010 with a wait time of two years. We are pleased to offer one of two sp...
Brass
Louis Vuitton Hardcase Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Napa, CA
Vintage Louis Vuitton Hardcase Trunks with original stickers and serial numbers.
$10,489
H 25.99 in W 27.96 in D 23.63 in
1920's Moynat Trunk, 70 cm Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Hat Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This beautiful and very rare Moynat trunk features beautiful checkers canvas, honey color leather trim, large leather side handles with stamped Moynat flanges and solid brass stamped...
Brass
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.
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