Louis Vuitton × Takashi Murakami Mini Square Trunk “Panda” — M13127 (Unused IC-Chip Verified)

Few pieces encapsulate the joyful surrealism of Takashi Murakami quite like the Louis Vuitton × Murakami Mini Square Trunk “Panda” (M13127). This compact but powerfully expressive work represents one of the most charming motifs from the legendary LV × TM era — the whimsical, bright-eyed Panda character, rendered over LV’s timeless Monogram Canvas. The harmony between Parisian craftsmanship and Murakami’s Superflat playfulness creates a piece that is both luxurious and delightfully animated.

The Mini Square Trunk silhouette pays homage to Louis Vuitton’s origins as the world’s most influential trunk maker. Every detail — the reinforced brass corners, the studded vachetta leather framework, the structured body — reflects a lineage that goes back to the maison’s earliest travel pieces. Yet this trunk stands apart: its face is transformed into a canvas for Murakami’s vibrant, multi-tonal Panda, turning a classical luxury object into a pop-art sculpture.

In hand, the piece feels substantial and beautifully built. The vachetta leather is pale, pristine, and untreated, showcasing the subtle embossing and hand-finishing that define LV’s signature craftsmanship. The Panda motif remains crisp and richly colored, showing zero signs of fading or wear. The gold-tone hardware shines brightly, untouched by oxidation, reflecting its unused, near-perfect condition.

This model can be carried by hand or worn cross-body thanks to its adjustable leather shoulder strap, creating a versatile fusion of trunkmaking heritage and modern usability. As a 2WAY piece, it transitions effortlessly from fashion statement to collectible art object, equally suited for styling, display, or archive preservation.

The LV × Takashi Murakami collaborations continue to rise in global desirability, with Panda series pieces becoming exceptionally scarce — especially in unused condition and complete with their dust bags, storage cloth, luggage tag, and strap. This example, sourced directly from Japan, represents one of the cleanest and most collectible specimens in circulation today.

For collectors of LV’s art collaborations, Murakami enthusiasts, and connoisseurs of small-format luxury trunks, the M13127 Panda stands as a cornerstone piece — a distillation of cuteness, craftsmanship, and cultural significance in a compact square frame. It is not merely a handbag; it is an artifact from one of the most iconic fashion-art eras ever produced.

⭐ THE MURAKAMI × LOUIS VUITTON LEGACY

Between 2003 and 2015, Louis Vuitton and world-renowned Japanese artist Takashi Murakami produced some of the most culturally influential luxury-art collaborations in modern history. Murakami’s “Superflat” aesthetic introduced humor, surreal color palettes, anime-inspired characters, and explosive energy to LV’s classic monogram. The Panda, Cherry Blossom, Multicolore, and Character Series became global icons — now preserved, displayed, and fiercely collected worldwide.
Owning an LV × TM piece means owning a moment when art and fashion converged at the highest level.

⭐ Item Specifics & Condition Report

Model: M13127
Collection: LV × Takashi Murakami
Item Type: Mini Square Trunk / 2WAY Bag
Character: Panda
Material: Monogram Canvas + Natural Vachetta Leather
Hardware: Gold
Dimensions: W17.5cm × H17.5cm × D8.5cm
Shoulder Strap: Approx. 103–118cm (adjustable)
Country of Manufacture: France
Verification: IC Chip / RFID Confirmed
Accessories Included:

• Dust bag
• Storage cloth
• Shoulder strap
• LV luggage tag

Condition: Unused (S Rank)
• Unused but with minor storage aging
• Light natural vachetta darkening beginning (normal)
• Micro rubs or faint storage marks on corners (per seller’s note)
• Protective seals attached on certain parts
Overall: A pristine, unused, display-ready collector piece.

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