Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Early 20th Century

The Louis Vuitton Monogram canvas is one of the most recognizable textiles in luxury brands. This trunk's canvas is stenciled in golden yellow in the iconic Monogram canvas which was originally developed by Georges Vuitton in 1896.

C.W.H. / NY is hand painted on end under the handles.

Label: I. Rue Scribe / Paris / Louis Vuitton / 149. New Bond St. / London
Style/Serial Number: 163330

Detailed Features
43.25" L x 22" H x 22.25" W
Main textile: Stenciled Monogram linen canvas stretched over wood frame
Trim: Stained wood slats and lacquered leather with brass rivets
Lining: White polished linen canvas
Hardware type: Brass metal
Handles: Dual side metal handles
External details: Front brass three latch closures, stained wood slats rivetted to each side, brass metal brackets and corner caps, and bottom metal wheels
Interior details: White polished linen canvas lined padded and quilted lid with white tape and brass tacks, built-in shelving brackets for removable trays
Additions: Four removable canvas lined trays: one long tray with jacquard ribbon Louis Vuitton straps, one smaller jacquard ribbon basket tray, one smaller canvas lined tray with bracket for top tray, and one small linen and Vuittonite lined tray with three compartments including two lidded dividable compartments
Country of origin: N/A
Not Included: Leather buckled strap, keys