VINTAGE 20thC LOUIS VUITTON SUITCASE IN MONOGRAM CANVAS, FRANCE
VINTAGE 20thC LOUIS VUITTON SUITCASE IN MONOGRAM CANVAS, FRANCE
Reference Number: Z12138
A charming and authentic Louis Vuitton hard-sided case dating from the mid 20th century, beautifully finished in the brand’s iconic stencilled monogram canvas, a version that was discontinued in the 1970s, making this example particularly sought after. The exterior is complemented by rich leather trim and classic brass fittings, all displaying the quality and attention to detail for which Louis Vuitton is world-renowned.
This piece perfectly captures the golden age of travel, when elegance and craftsmanship were paramount. Compact yet full of character, it remains highly usable today, ideal as a stylish travel case, vanity box, or even as a decorative accent in the home. Whether placed atop a console or stacked with other vintage luggage, it brings a sense of history, sophistication, and timeless French design to any interior.
Louis Vuitton was born in 1821 in eastern France to a working-class family of farmers and milliners. At just 16, he walked nearly 300 miles to Paris to start a new life. There, during a time of industrial and travel expansion, he apprenticed with a renowned box maker, Monsieur Maréchal, learning the art of crafting durable, elegant travel cases.
In 1854, Vuitton opened his own workshop on Rue Neuve des Capucines, marking the beginning of his legacy. Four years later, he revolutionized luggage design with his flat-topped, waterproof trunk: practical, stackable, and unlike the rounded models of the time. His early grey “Trianon” canvas soon evolved into striped and checkered designs, both beautiful and intended to deter counterfeits. In 1886, his son Georges patented an unpickable lock still used today, and in 1896 introduced the now-iconic LV monogram in honour of his father. By the turn of the century, Louis Vuitton had become synonymous with innovation, craftsmanship, and prestige, a legacy that continues to define luxury travel.
CONDITION
In good vintage condition - Please refer to photographs
SIZE
Height: 26 cm // 10.24 inches
Width: 80 cm // 31.50 inches
Depth: 52 cm // 20.47 inches
