Suitcase has brass hardware, rolled-top leather handle, monogram-engraved trim, three flip-lock closures, removable tray with harness straps, and interior harness straps to bottom. This lot is from the personal collection of an important Soho-New York gallery owner. The collection represents over 30 years in business and his passion for 20th century design.
Designer & Manufacturer: Louis Vuitton
Markings: brass hardware imprints including: Louis Vuitton, 081916, marking(s); inside markings include; Louis Vuitton label, bought from Arthur Gilmor label, 92656, Louis Vuitton print on straps
Country of Origin & Materials: France; vinylized canvas, brass, wood, leather, fabric
Dimensions(H,W,D): 17"h, 26"w, 8.5"d
average, patina to metal, several gouges to exterior, loss of finish to sides (number application possibly removed), wear and separation to back seam, staining and wear to interior, wear/tears to handle, no key, wear consistent with age and moderate use