9th Jun, 2022 13:30
Designed for Life: 19th & 20th Century Decorative Arts & Furniture
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY LOUIS VUITTON WOOD AND LEATHER BOUND TRUNK
EARLY 20TH CENTURY LOUIS VUITTON WOOD AND LEATHER BOUND TRUNK,
with brass mounts and carrying handles, the front central lock inscribed 'Rue Scribe Paris Louis Vuitton London 454 Strand' and number 011894, the interior with padded panel to the lid and with Louis Vuitton label, stencil numbered 300079, with original castors, interior tray lacking, 87cm wide, 52cm deep, 32cm high
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Sold for £2,200
Estimated at £500 - £800
Condition Report
Condition is fair. Both handles are present, though the left is misshapen. Other brass fittings are present, though subject to wear including a loose nail on the front right corner, dents and dings. The lock and clasp align, Though no key for lock. Other tears to canvas include one along the back, also to the top, and around the bottom edges. There are also some tears to the leather including along the top right edge. Wax residue to top. No immediate evidence of worm, though with other minor damages to wood.
Generally speaking, this trunk has really seen wear and tear commensurate with voyages and travel for over one hundred years, and then some. The interior is still in relatively good condition, though mild staining is present.
I have now added several additional images to illustrate areas of concern.
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