Louis Vuitton Suitcase from the Palmer Family, Early 20th Century

This suitcases features the Initials P.P., likely for Pauline Palmer as the blue and red stripe match the other Louis Vuitton pieces from this family. The suitcase is also stamped with the number 23.


Louis Vuitton suitcases in LV monogram stamped canvas, with brown leather trim stamped with the LV logo, and metal hardward, including the original key. The interior is lined in ivory canvas.

Case Label (Inside Lid):
Louis Vuitton / Paris 70 Champs Elysees
149 New Bond Street London
Nice Cannes Vichy (and another iledgible word)
Serial Number: 775707

The center front lock is stamped with "S. G. L. G Patent / Louis Vuitton /Made in France / 70 Champs Elysees / Paris / 149 New Bond Street / London" with most of the wording ilegible.
Serial Numer: 05093 (with the last number covered by a sticker, but likely 05093, like the key)
Key is marked "L. Vuitton / 050933"

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 26"
Height: 8.5"
Width: 8"

This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition:
The overall condition is fair with most of the case in good condition with some creasing in the back fold and signifcant wear on the handle. Some paint in the stamping as flaked off in areas. The exterior has scratching throughout from use.

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