LOUIS VUITTON FISHING ROD Trunk

LINE FISHING CASE - LEISURE OF THE BOURGEOISIE

This Louis Vuitton fishing rod trunk is extremely rare . It is one of the most exceptional trunks that we have had to restore in our workshops.

We believe there are only 4 in the world, each on special order so unique models. This one belongs to the Légendary Trunks museum , it was entrusted to us in faircondition, abandoned its brass was particularly oxidized and the canvas was damaged by poor restoration. But after cleaning and restoration it has regained its former splendor, making it an exceptional trunk both for its conditions of conservation and for its rarity .

Louis Vuitton 1931 line fishing rod trunk

The rise of leisure, games and outdoor entertainment in urban society and the bourgeoisie bears witness to the development of personal leisure. Angling, unlike hunting, is a recreational sport activity that can be practiced in an urban environment . It is also an opportunity to meet up with friends and have fun on weekends.

This Louis Vuitton fisherman's trunk is a fine example.

Date of manufacture : 1931

Dimension : 188 cm x 24 cm x 32 cm

The particularity of this trunk is its length of 188 cm which makes it one of the longest old trunks ever built!

Outside :

1st series - Clear Lozine

Monogram LV coated canvas, Mark 5

A handle on the top,

One 5-groove lock , two solid brass clasps

Two brass buckles on either side for the coupling .

Wears the leather label

Top initials painted : YK

Slatted wood below

Inside :

The interior is covered with waterproof orange Vuittonite canvas. A removable locker and leather straps to hold precious fishing equipment.

Anecdote :

The length of the fishing rod trunk is so important that the manufacturing workshop in Asnières sur Seine Louis Vuitton had to use 2 pieces of canvas and make a connection in the central axis of the trunk. Indeed, the canvas strips measure 1m40 wide. And like all monogrammed trunks, the logo must be horizontal, perfectly legible when the trunk is put down. The connection on the canvas is a unique case!