1880s Rayee Stripe Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

Description

Louis Vuitton steamer trunk wardrobe trunk chest France circa 1880

Louis Vuitton Haute Rayee Stripe Malle Courrier steamer trunk, 1976-1888. … more Louis Vuitton steamer trunk wardrobe trunk chest France circa 1880

Louis Vuitton Haute Rayee Stripe Malle Courrier steamer trunk, 1976-1888. Retaining its original numbered label, #10198. To protect against imitation, Vuittan replaced the earlier Trianon canvas with a beige and brown striped canvas in 1876 named Rayee Stripe. The Rayee canvas was used until the introduction of the Danier canvas in 1888. The canvas surfaces have been cleaned and the brass polished. The trunk retains two of its original iron castors. Original brass hardware and interior showing some wear and staining. Some shipping labels retained. Obtained through the estate of Juliette Moen Macy of Winnetka, IL d.1976

the trunk is fitted to a custom forged iron stand, included

Condition: offered in excellent original condition with no major faults, age related knocks and marks, various scuffs in line with age, left side handle missing hook, no odours or smells, all brassware present, stunning show piece.

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Louis Vuitton
Steamer Trunk
Wardrobe
Trunk
Antique
Original
Investment
France 1880

Dimensions:
Height 24.25 with stand
Width 39.5 wide
Depth 21" less