RECENT ACQUISITIONS - 21th December, 2022
20thC LOUIS VUITTON CABIN TRUNK IN NATURAL COW HIDE, PARIS c.1910
A rare Louis Vuitton cabin trunk covered in leather. Dating to the early part of the 20th century, covered not in the world famous (but more common) monogram canvas but in a single piece of cow hide. These all-leather trunks were made by special order and Louis Vuitton used to take pride in using only the best hides. These are part of a range of “speciality materials” used by Vuitton, the materials including (but not limited to) zinc, copper, crocodile leather and cow leather. The leather shows wear but is still supple, oozing charm and elegance. A truly great piece for any collector.
Reference Number: B8496
