Louis Vuitton Men's Suit Trunk, Mid 20th Century

This men's travel trunk was once owned by Dimitri M. Yassukovich, a retired partner in the investment banking concern of White, Weld & Company. He was born in Russia and came to the United States in 1918 and in 1920 he joined the brokerage firm of Prince & Whitely and in 1930 he joined White, Weld and became a partner in 1937. He retired in 1963 but remained active in investment banking for many years. His life is chronicled in a book written by his son, Stanislas M. Yassukovich, titled, "Two Lives: A Social and Financial Memoir".
Louis Vuitton Monogram hard-sided trunk closet with top lid and side opening, wooden hangers on rail, two hard case boxes on facing lid, top and side flat stitched leather handles, and brass lock plate with latch closures. "DY" painted on the top lid in yellow.
Label:  Louis Vuitton / Ave. Marceau 78 bis / Paris
Style/Serial Number: 844454

Detailed Features
21.5" L x 33.5" H x 9" W
1.75" Handle Drop
Main textile: Stamped Monogram coated canvas
Trim: Stamped glazed leather
Lining: Peach/pink Vuittonite canvas
Hardware type: Brass metal
Handles: Two flat stitched leather handles
Interior details: Four wood hangers on rails with two wood backed strappings, two hard case boxes with straps and rolling linen covers
Country of origin: Made in France

The overall condition is very good structurally with the following:

Structural:
The side handle leather has detached on one side and the Vuittonite lining has started to split behind the lock plate but is still mostly intact.

Losses:
The top lid hinges have worn through the canvas that was atop them which appears very rough.

Fading/Color Change:
The interior lining has darkened from age and use.

Soiling/Spots:
There are multiple scratches throughout the case though most noticeable along the stamped leather trims. The canvas on the hard case side of the trunk has some larger scratches and scrapes, mostly along the bottom facing when stood upright.

Corrosion/Tarnish:
The gold-tone finish on the hardware has worn away to reveal a dull brass underneath. Everything is sold 'As Is'. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please contact us directly with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.