1950's Goyard Library Trunk in Chevron Canvas
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Designed for the discerning traveler, the library trunk served as a portable bookcase, allowing one to transport a personal library in both style and safety .The trunk is covered in ...
Brass
20thC Louis Vuitton Encyclopedia Britannica Trunk In Monogram Canvas c.1911
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Louis Vuitton was at the forefront of luxury trunk design during this era, and his library trunk, as part of a distinguished range of commercial trunks, was available in various fini...
Brass
Brazilian Rosewood “Sabará” Trunk by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, circa 1965
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
It may serve as a blanket chest at the foot of a bed, a low storage piece beneath a window, or a distinctive coffee table in a living room or library. The trunk has been expertly re...
Chrome
Unavailable
H 10.63 in W 13 in D 35.04 in
1910 Louis Vuitton Britannica Library Trunk with Complete Britannica Set
Located in London, GB
A Louis Vuitton Encyclopaedia Britannica library trunk, one of the 100 Legendary Trunks, made in 1910, canvas case with LV monogram, lozine, brass rivets, locks, key and reinforced ...
Louis Vuitton Encyclopaedia Britannica Library Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Northampton, GB
Literature 100 Legendary Trunks - Louis Vuitton 253 Library Trunk, Encyclopaedia Britannica, Cambridge, 1911.
Canvas
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H 18.12 in W 22.45 in D 15.36 in
20th Century Rare Louis Vuitton Monogramed Library Trunk, C.1920
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early 20th Century very rare Louis Vuitton 'Library Trunk'. The Louis Vuitton collection of Library Trunks were a great hit with travellers and writers alike, Ernest Hemingwa...
Brass
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H 18.9 in W 24.41 in D 12.6 in
Antique 20th century Extremely Rare Louis Vuitton Hemingway Trunk, circa 1935
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Description Way back in 1927, American author Ernest Hemingway became the lucky owner of his own custom trunk designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton. Hemingway’s library trunk was a mis...
20th Century Extremely Rare Louis Vuitton Hemingway Trunk, circa 1935
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Description: Way back in 1927, American author Ernest Hemingway became the lucky owner of his own custom trunk designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton. Hemingway’s library trunk was a mi...
Canvas
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H 10.63 in W 35.44 in D 13 in
20thC Louis Vuitton Encyclopedia Britannica Trunk In Monogram Canvas c.1911
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Louis Vuitton was at the forefront of luxury trunk design during this era, and his library trunk, as part of a distinguished range of commercial trunks, was available in various fini...
Brass
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H 21.5 in W 33.5 in D 21.25 in
English 19th Century Leather Travel Trunk on Rectangular Mahogany Wooden Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
This well-worn English leather trunk has been repurposed. This piece, which holds great history, has a rich patina that would compliment any living room, used as a coffee table or pe...
Leather, Wood, Mahogany
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H 12.5 in W 33.5 in D 22 in
English Leather Travel or Steamer Trunk by John Pound & Co. England, circa 1883
By John Pound & Co.
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rich patina and a sturdy and flat top if you would like to use it as a coffee or end table in your library or den. The trunk can be opened and used for additional storage.
Brass
Louis Vuitton Library Trunk, circa 1920
Located in Aspen, CO
A Louis Vuitton library trunk, circa 1920 in monogrammed canvas with the initials S.C. and the number 8.
Leather, Canvas
Louis Vuitton Library Trunk, circa 1930s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Haguenau, FR
Build for travel with your favourite book's Massif brass lock with key Drawers and separate rebuilt Outside clean Malle bibliothèque Louis Vuitton (années 30) Conçu...
Brass
Malle Goyard Shoe trunk early 20th century
By Goyard
Located in Walnut Creek, CA
Malle Goyard shoe trunk, early 20th century, done in the chevron logo canvas and trimmed in leather. This shoe trunk measures 25 1/2" long by 14 1/2" wide by 14 1/2" tall. The trun...
Wood
$2,289
H 18.51 in W 27.96 in D 27.96 in
Swedish Midcentury Bar in Rosewood "Party Corner" by Wards Ateljéer AB, 1968
Located in Karlstad, SE
Scandinavian midcentury bar in Rosewood "Party Corner" by Wards Ateljéer AB 1968. The bar features a sliding door on top and the bar lights up when opened. Condition: Very good or...
Brass
GOYARD Vintage Brown & Grey Monogram Mini Wardrobe Trunk
By Maison Goyard
Located in New York, NY
Goyard Vintage Brown & Grey Monogram Mini Wardrobe Features three pull out drawers inside along with hangers and railing for hanging garments Color: Brown, grey and brass Hardware: B...
$21,148
H 13 in W 35.44 in D 21.66 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1920
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An exquisite and complete Louis Vuitton trunk from the early part of the 20th century. An absolutely essential item for elite travellers of its time the trunk is adorned in the iconi...
Brass
Goyard Goyardine Steamer Wardrobe Trunk, 1912, France
By Goyard
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Early 1910s very rare Goyard wardrobe trunk handmade in France. This was the biggest trunk that was ever made by Goyard. The trunk is in very good condition with nice patina. Perfect...
Brass
$4,500
H 25.5 in W 22 in D 18.9 in
Brazilian Modern Filing Cabinet & Drawers in Rosewood, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960’s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional example of Jorge Zalszupin's sophisticated approach to functional design, this three-drawer filing cabinet embodies the architect-designer's signature balance of refin...
Metal
$3,350
H 19 in W 38.25 in D 13 in
Arne Wahl Iversen Planter in Brazilian Rosewood — A Danish Modern Classic
Located in Kensington, MD
+ A showpiece with fantastic figuring in the rosewood grain! + Early 1960s console table in rosewood with three small drawers, a planter box and lower magazine shelf + Decked out ...
Metal
$42,283
H 22.45 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 100 cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram canvas, honey color lozine trim, LV stamped solid brass locks and studs as well as leather side handles and brass ...
Brass
$3,951
H 8.67 in W 25.99 in D 16.15 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Suitcase In Monogram Canvas, France c.1925
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A charming and authentic Louis Vuitton hard-sided case dating from the early 20th century, beautifully finished in the brand’s iconic stencilled monogram canvas. The exterior is comp...
Brass
$20,465
H 20.87 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Antique 20th Century French Hat Trunk In Chevron Canvas By Goyard, Paris c.1920
By Goyard
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A superb example of an early 20th century Goyard hat trunk, beautifully finished in the brand’s iconic chevron canvas. This trunk evokes the elegance and refinement of first-class tr...
Brass
Goyard Trunk, 1910 France
By Goyard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Astounding vintage Goyard trunk in a rare extra large size. The oldest and largest antique Goyard trunk available for sale anywhere. Completely original leather, canvas and brass, un...
Brass
Goyard Steamer Trunk, 86 cm Goyard Trunk in Chevrons Canvas
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Goyard trunk features the very sought after chevrons canvas as well as all solid brass fittings. It features large golden leather front handle and golden color trim.Brass...
Brass
$42,000
H 32.7 in W 102.4 in D 18.5 in
Brazilian Modern Rosewood Credenza with Sculptural Drawers, Jean Gillon, 1960s
By Jean Gillon
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Jean Gillon during the height of the Brazilian Modern movement, this monumental credenza embodies the architectural sophistication, material richness, and sculptural rest...
Brass
$36,627
H 23.63 in W 45.28 in D 22.84 in
1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 110 cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features hand painted stenciled monogram canvas, honey color lozine trim, LV stamped solid brass lock, clasps and studs as well as leather sid...
Brass
$24,036
H 19.69 in W 40.16 in D 21.66 in
1920s Goyard Cabin Trunk, 100 cm Goyard Trunk in Chevrons Canvas
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Goyard trunk features the very sought after chevrons canvas as well as all solid brass fittings: brass studs , brass lock and brass latches. This Goyard steamer has got a...
Brass
$18,856
H 18.51 in W 36.23 in D 20.87 in
Goyard 1920s Steamer Trunk with Chevrons Canvas and Brass Fittings, 90 cm
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Goyard trunk features the very sought after chevrons canvas as well as all solid brass fittings: brass studs , brass lock and brass latches. This Goyard steamer has got a...
Brass
$21,461Sale Price|25% Off
H 31.89 in W 118.12 in D 39.38 in
17th Century Italian Baroque Walnut Refectory Table, Rustic Design
Located in Firenze, IT
Monumental 17th Century Tuscan Walnut Refectory Table, Italian Baroque Period This monumental 17th-century rectangular refectory table is a magnificent and rare example of rustic Tus...
Wood, Walnut
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Daybed, Circa 1700's, Sweden
Located in Girona, Spain
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Daybed. This Gustavian Daybed features a hand-scraped original painted wood finish and pink-and-white checkered upholstery, resting on six legs a...
Pine
$125,000
H 30.5 in W 79.5 in D 38 in L 30.5 in
French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood Bureau-Plat Desk
By H. Conquet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and large French 19th century Louis XV style ormolu mounted (gilt bronze) kingwood and walnut bureau plat by H. Conquet after a model by Charles Cressent. The shaped rect...
Bronze
$43,495
H 82.68 in W 79.93 in D 15.75 in
Sergio Rodrigues Bookcase Model Adolpho, Brazilian Mid-Century, 1960
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE, FR
Excellent condition. Designed by Sergio Rodrigues and manufactured by OCA in Brazil in the 1960s, the "Adolpho" bookcase perfectly embodies the aesthetic of mid-century modern desig...
Jacaranda
$3,765
H 48.04 in W 49.22 in D 22.84 in
19th Century Striking Antique Danish Gustavian Black Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Kvidinge, SE
Antique Gustavian chest of drawers in black. The piece consists of two stacked pieces. Beneath the top is a wide molding with decorative dentils and vertical milling. Quarter-columns...
Brass
$6,524 / set
H 30.32 in W 24.81 in D 26.78 in
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Kurul Armchairs for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
A pair of iconic chairs by Danish designer Henning Kjærnulf, often called the “kurulstol” or kurul chair. The Curule seat is a foldable and portable chair with curved legs, the roots...
Sheepskin, Oak
Scarce variant of coffee table by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Splendide table basse en caviuna par Joaquim Tenreiro à section circulaire. Commande spéciale.
Glass, Wood, Rosewood
$10,800
H 41 in W 51 in D 35 in
Brazilian Modern Sculptural Bar in Rosewood with Curved Legs, Brazil, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional example of Brazilian Modern design from the 1950s, this sculptural bar masterfully balances architectural rigor with organic form. Executed in richly figured rosewood,...
Glass, Rosewood
$21,600Sale Price|25% Off
H 15 in W 59 in D 24 in
Sergio Rodrigues Eleh Jacaronda Coffee Table or Bench, Brazil, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sergio Rodrigues Eleh Jacaronda coffee table or bench, Brazil, 1965. "Eleh" model from the "Arcos" series, Made by Oca, Brazil, 1965. Jacaranda (Brazilian Rosewood) veneered wood, ch...
Jacaranda
$2,500
H 68.75 in W 23.5 in D 2 in
1886 White's Physiological Manikin Antique Anatomy Medical Chart Lifesize
Located in Lake Worth, FL
White's Physiological Manikin dated 1886 is a rare and valuable antique medical chart in the form of a life-size manikin created by James T White & Co in the United States. This ...
Paper
$11,446 / set
H 35.83 in W 24.02 in D 25.6 in
Claude Sené : a pair of chairs - Louis XVI period - 18th century - signed
By Claude I Sené
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A fine pair of chairs, 18th century circa 1780. Both pieces are stamped by Claude I Sené, father and tutor of Jean Baptiste Claude Sené (considered as the greatest and most sought af...
Beech, Lacquer
Midcentury Patinated Brass Adjustable Pharmacy Floor Lamp
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A classic mid-century modern style adjustable pharmacy floor lamp featuring a patinated brass finish and domed metal shade. The design showcases a slender vertical stem anchored by a...
Brass
$11,446 / set
H 35.83 in W 24.02 in D 25.6 in
Claude Sené : a pair of armchairs - Louis XVI period - 18th century - signed
By Claude I Sené
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A fine pair of cabriolet armchairs, 18th century circa 1780. Both pieces are stamped by Claude I Sené, father and tutor of Jean Baptiste Claude Sené (considered as the greatest and m...
Beech, Lacquer
Antique English Leather Top Campaign Desk
By E.G. Hudson
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome Antique British colonial desk featuring a tooled red leather top with a cross banded border double pedestals with drawers in front and cabinets in the back, campaign brass h...
Brass
$5,850
H 42 in W 90.75 in D 19.25 in
19th Century Chinese Lacquered Apothecary Console with Sixteen Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
19th century Chinese apothecary console, crafted in elm with sixteen functional drawers and a hand-buffed lacquered finish. The original painted front has a rich burnt ocher backgrou...
Brass
$11,446
H 47.25 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
A large and magnificent Italian Art Nouveau chandelier made of wrought iron
Located in Milano, IT
Large Italian Art Nouveau Chandelier, circa the 1920s–1930s A magnificent and highly decorative large Italian Art Nouveau chandelier, dating from approximately the 1920s–1930s, dist...
Iron
Add a charming piece of travel history to your space. Antique and vintage trunks and luggage can make a statement as decorative accents and practical furnishings in nearly every room of your home.
There have been many types of trunks and luggage over the years, with availability of these wares broadening as train travel expanded during the 19th century. Antique steamer trunks — named for their use on steamships — mostly date from around 1880 to 1920. These pieces of luggage fit a steamship’s luggage size regulations and essentially doubled as wardrobes, ensuring that a traveler’s evening dresses and suits were kept wrinkle-free on a journey from city to city.
In 1858, French luxury brand Louis Vuitton introduced the world to the now-iconic Louis Vuitton trunks. During this early period of railroad travel, Louis Vuitton trunks solved common travel problems. Instead of the traditional round shape, these handcrafted rectangular trunks stored better on trains. To discourage burglars, the French craftsman and his son, Georges, also eventually patented a revolutionary sophisticated lock for the trunks. The famous LV monogram was first used in 1896 as part of an initiative by Georges to prevent counterfeiting of his coveted travel trunks.
Even if no longer used for travel, the vintage luggage is a popular item among collectors for its historical value and charm. At home, an old wood trunk is a durable storage solution as much as it is a versatile surface. It’s a coffee table in the living room of your farmhouse-style home or rustic loft apartment and a nightstand or blanket chest at the foot of your bed in your bedroom.
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