Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

Premier Auction | Session III

Sat, May 18, 2019 09:00AM EDT
Lot 1715

Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

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, circa 1939, serial 823109, lock 109151 (?), quilted interior, removable tray, lock and brasses with monogram stamp, casters, 13 x 36 x 20 in.

Note:

From 2018 Bart Mullin appraisal:

"Purchased by Mrs. Sally B.G. Johnson's parents in France, 1939 or 1940; labeled, the interior tufted in white with ribbon market Louis Vuitton tray with straps, Serial #823109"

, Provenance: By Descent in the family of Governor Manning, South Carolina

Condition

overall good condition, typical minor abrasions, especially at hinges, minor cracks at leather, two minor glue drips at top, minor scattered dents, original handles and hardware in good condition

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