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Sat, Jul 20, 2019 09:00AM EDT
Lot 1019

Two Similar Louis Vuitton Motoring Trunks

Estimate: $600 - $900

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
French, mid 20th century, each monogram canvas, embossed leather trim, monogrammed "V", comprising: rectangular form, label for Saks & Company, New York, two removable canvas trays, 9 x 30 x 18-1/2 in.; square form, label for Arthur Gilmore, New York, 8-1/2 x 16 x 15-3/4 in., Provenance: Private Collection

Condition

each with areas of distress, trim and hardware with wear, areas of verdigris, canvas losses, fraying, areas of discoloration, rectangular example lacking handle, punctures at top and bottom (lining not punctured), black scuff mark, other minor losses; square example with later handle (leather grip off, partial present), corresponding repairs at interior attachment

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