Adam's At Home Auction September 9th 2018

A t H ome 155 452 A VINTAGE LOUIS VUITTON TRUNK, EARLY 20TH CENTURY, the lid opening to reveal a canvas lined interior, the exterior with stamped and patented lock to each end, and a stamped leather carrying handle, original travel label for Ellerman Lines shipping company. 89cm wide, 26cm high, 33cm deep In the mid 1800s, a young man by the name of LouisVuitton walked from his hometown in rural France to Paris, spurred on by the promise of prosperity. On arrival,Vuitton took up employment as a layetier, which was someone who packed the trunks of wealthy travellers (quite a skill when you consider the elaborate dresses worn by 19th century women). His efficiency brought him to the attention of Napoleon III who hired him as layetier to his wife, the Empress Eugenie. In 1854,Vuitton’s knowledge and expertise led him to open his own trunk making firm in Paris. His previous experience allowed him to know exactly what his clients wanted and needed, combining fashion with utility. His flat topped designs allowed for easy stacking, whilst his airtight trunks ensured that the contents were kept safe and dry.Vuitton’s signa- ture branding allowed for a sense of glamour to follow the trunk, the notorious brown and mustard pattern still turning heads to this day. € 500 - 700 453 A 19TH CENTURY INLAID MAHOGANY SHAPED RECTANGULAR SIDEBOARD, the crossbanded top above two central long drawers, one with lion mask and ring handles, flanked by one deep and two shallow drawers, raised on ring turned column legs. 173cm wide x 54cm deep x 100cm high € 300 - 500