Three Pieces of Louis Vuitton Luggage, 1982-83

This lot contains three pieces of Louis Vuitton luggage.

THE FIRST
Large suitcase with zipper closure and two large buckles, lock at center front. The interior of the suitcase is lined in cream cotton with pockets on the side, adjustable straps and divider. The suitcase comes with a luggage tag.
Label: Louis Vuitton Paris

Style/Serial Number: 822

Detailed Features

30" L x 20" H x 10" W

3" Handle Drop

Main textile: Logo canvas

Trim: Leather

Lining: Tan canvas

Hardware type: Gold-tone metal

Handles: Leather

Interior details: Adjustable straps
Additions: Removable tray, lock, keys

Country of origin: France

THE SECOND
Dual brown monogrammed Keepall bag with two light brown leather rolled top handles, one large interior compartment, and zipper. The bag comes with a handle holder, and luggage tag.
Label: Louis Vuitton Paris

Style/Serial Number: 831 SD

Detailed Features

20" L x 11" H x 8.5" W

4.5" Handle Drop

Main textile: Logo canvas

Trim: Leather

Lining: Brown canvas

Hardware type: Gold-tone metal

Handles: Leather

Interior details: Compartment

Additions: Lock, keys, handle holder, luggage tag

Country of origin: France

THE THIRD
Dual brown monogrammed coated canvas garment bag with light brown leather trim and a front zipper closure. Folds over with a zippered opening to allow the garment bag to fold in half for easier carry.
Label: Louis Vuitton Paris

Style/Serial Number: Not labeled

Detailed Features

38" L x 38" H x 24" W

3" Handle Drop

Main textile: Logo canvas

Trim: Leather

Lining: Brown canvas

Hardware type: Gold-tone metal

Handles: Leather

Interior details: Gold-tone hook
Additions: Luggage tag

Country of origin: France

This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition:

The overall condition is fair on all three pieces. The suitcase is missing two of its metal feet at the bottom, scuffs and markings throughout, the interior shows light signs of wear. The Keepall bag has a 1.5" separation near the zipper track at the top of the bag.

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Timothy Long

Director, Senior Specialist, Couture & Luxury Accessories

[email protected]312.334.4222

Mr. Long has nearly 20 years of experience as a curator of fashion and decorative arts in museums including the Museum of London, the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and the Chicago History Museum. At Hindman, he works with individual clients, collectors, dealers, and museums to bring to auction collections of couture and luxury accessories. Mr. Long’s recent publications include Charles James: Designer in Detail and a chapter on the same designer in London Couture: British Luxury 1923–1975, both published by V&A Publishing.

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