Louis Vuitton 110cm Wardrobe Trunk, Late 19th Century

This trunk features the Initials P.P., likely for Pauline Palmer as her name is also listed on some of the paper labels adhered to the side. While this trunk does not also feature the initials for Bertha Palmer, the stripes of dark blue and red match the other trunks from the family and the overall design is similar.

Late 19th century wardrobe trunk in LV monogram stamped canvas, bound in wood slats with metal frame/sides, hardware, and handles, and brown leather handles at the top and bottom. The leather trim is marked with LV. The interior is lined in ivory canvas, with six removable drawers on the right side with leather straps marked "L.Vuitton". The left side is for hanging material and features nine hangers each marked "Louis Vuitton". There are several travel stickers on each of the sides. One of the stickers features "To Mrs. Potter Palmer / 1301 Astor Street / Chicago Illinois".

Trunk Label (inside lid): Asnieres / S/Seine / Louis Vuitton /
Paris_70 Champs-Elysees
Nice_4 Jardin Public
Lille_34 Rue Faidherbe
London_149 New Bond St
Serial Number: 733387

The center front lock is stamped with "Louis Vuitton" and "Made in France' with most of the wording ilegible.
Serial Numer: 046419

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 21"
Height: 43"
Width: 21"

This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition:

The overall condition is fair with signifigant wear. The structure is sold and the trunk is usable, but it is clearly a trunk that was used for decades. The exterior of the case has marks throughout and the interior also shows marks and spots.

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Mr. Long has nearly 20 years of experience as a curator of fashion and decorative arts in museums including the Museum of London, the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and the Chicago History Museum. At Hindman, he works with individual clients, collectors, dealers, and museums to bring to auction collections of couture and luxury accessories. Mr. Long’s recent publications include Charles James: Designer in Detail and a chapter on the same designer in London Couture: British Luxury 1923–1975, both published by V&A Publishing.

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Louis Vuitton 110cm Wardrobe Trunk, Late 19th Century

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