MUSEUM QUALITY Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Trunk Brown – Large Antique Travel Case with Brass Hardware – Early 20th Century LV Collector Chest

A commanding relic of Louis Vuitton’s early travel era—crafted in the maison’s iconic brown Damier canvas and finished with timeworn brass hardware. This large-format trunk carries the patina, scars, and soul of journeys taken across continents, railways, and decades. A true vintage artifact for collectors who appreciate depth, age, and authenticity.

DESCRIPTION

This Louis Vuitton Vintage Damier Canvas Trunk stands as a testament to the maison’s earliest innovations in luxury travel design. Built during an era when steamer trunks were the pinnacle of international mobility, this piece embodies over a century of stories, handling marks, and global passage.

The exterior features Louis Vuitton’s classic brown Damier coated canvas, originally introduced in 1888 as one of the world’s first anti-counterfeit luxury patterns. With brass hardware, reinforced wooden structure, and handmade finishing, the trunk carries the unmistakable gravitas of pre-war LV craftsmanship.

Decades of use have shaped its character: worn canvas edges, surface rubs, oxidation, water staining, and softened structural points. Yet despite these marks, the trunk retains its architectural dignity and showcases the profound charm of a century-old travel companion.

At approximately 53cm × 75cm × 43cm, this is a substantial mid-large LV trunk suitable for:
• Interior display
• Retail/boutique décor
• Art direction or film use
• Collectors of early LV travel heritage

The weight is approx. 14,045 g, reflecting its robust materials—wood, metal fittings, coated canvas, and reinforced trim.

With its dramatic aging and museum-level presence, this trunk serves as both a historical artifact and an evocative décor statement.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Early Louis Vuitton Damier coated canvas trunk in brown.
• Classic brass hardware with oxidation and patina.
• Large-format size ideal for interior styling and collector display.
• Century-old wear: scratches, scuffs, discoloration, peeling, and edge abrasion.
• Wooden base construction with metal protectors.
• Interior with wear, stains, and aging consistent with long-term travel.
• Authentic antique trunk with powerful historical presence.

ITEM DETAILS

Category: Antique Travel Trunk
Brand: Louis Vuitton
Material: Damier Coated Canvas, Wood, Brass Hardware
Color: Brown
Weight: Approx. 14,045 g
Dimensions:
• Height: approx. 53 cm
• Width: approx. 75 cm
• Depth: approx. 43 cm
Interior: Aged, worn fabric lining
Hardware: Brass fittings with oxidation, patina, scratches
Accessories: None
Closure: Brass latch / lock plate
Notes: Heavy visible aging across all surfaces; a true vintage-grade LV trunk.

CONDITION REPORT

Condition Grade: C Rank (Vintage artifact with heavy wear)

Exterior:
• Significant scratches, stains, scuffs, and peeling
• Water staining and discoloration
• Canvas wear, abrasions, and fabric breakdown
• Wood and trim distress, edge damage
• Hardware: scratches, oxidation, rusting, patina

Interior:
• Stains, discoloration, wear, dust accumulation
• Structural softening and age across lining

This is a heavily aged antique trunk—consistent with long decades of global travel and storage. Intended for collectors who appreciate powerful historical patina.

WHY COLLECTORS WANT THIS PIECE

• Early Damier trunks have become increasingly rare as most reside in private collections.
• Heavy-patina examples embody authentic travel history and strong decorative storytelling.
• Highly desirable among interior designers for boutique, hotel, and studio styling.
• Represents LV’s foundational era when steamer trunks defined luxury travel.
• Appreciating global market value for pre-war Damier pieces.

BRAND HERITAGE — LOUIS VUITTON TRUNKMAKING LEGACY

Since 1854, Louis Vuitton has elevated the world of voyage with its pioneering trunks—fusing coated canvas technology, carpentry mastery, and metalwork precision. Damier, introduced in 1888, was one of the maison’s earliest innovations, distinguished by its functional durability and iconic aesthetic.

This antique Damier trunk reflects the craftsmanship of Louis Vuitton’s golden age of travel: hand-applied canvas, reinforced wood structure, brass hardware, and the unmistakable silhouette of early steamer luggage. A historic artifact for connoisseurs of the maison’s earliest chapters.

Japonista Oversize Shipping Advisory

This trunk exceeds standard courier limits. All overseas shipments require custom freight planning, protective architecture, and oversized-label handling.
Checkout shipping costs are placeholder estimates; a final quote will be prepared after destination, method, and packing requirements are evaluated.

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