{"product_id":"louis-vuitton-100-legendary-trunks","title":"Louis Vuitton: 100 Legendary Trunks","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrains and steamships transformed travel in the nineteenth century—and Louis Vuitton transformed how the world packed.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLouis Vuitton: 100 Legendary Trunks\u003c\/i\u003e traces the origins of the iconic travel trunk, from the maison’s early innovations in lightweight, stackable design to its enduring place at the center of luxury and mobility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthors Pierre Léonforte and Éric Pujalet-Plaà curate 100 of the finest trunks the Louis Vuitton company has produced on commission, including pieces made for movie stars from Douglas Fairbanks to Sharon Stone and couturiers from Jeanne Lanvin to Karl Lagerfeld, as well as cases designed for Ernest Hemingway, Leopold Stokowski, and Damien Hirst.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllustrated with more than 600 images from the Louis Vuitton archives and new photography created for this volume, this book presents a comprehensive view of these personalized objects at the intersection of practicality and luxury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing from the Louis Vuitton archives, this richly illustrated volume presents 100 exceptional trunks, each created for a specific purpose and client. From wardrobe trunks and writing desks to custom travel pieces, every trunk reflects a distinct balance of craftsmanship and utility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing detailed commentary, the book explores the technical and aesthetic innovations that defined Louis Vuitton’s legacy—from the introduction of the flat-top trunk to the development of signature materials and locking systems—showing how design responded to the needs of a changing world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than a history of objects, \u003ci\u003e100 Legendary Trunks\u003c\/i\u003e is a portrait of a cultural icon. Elegant, substantial, and deeply visual, it is an essential volume for readers interested in fashion, design, and the evolution of modern luxury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA preface by Patrick-Louis Vuitton, a descendant of the founder and longtime steward of the house’s heritage, provides a personal perspective on the legacy behind these creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"by Pierre Leonforte and Eric Pujalet-Plaa, with a preface by Patrick-Louis Vuitton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45224543453366,"sku":"9780810982475","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0610\/7830\/files\/missing-cover_981ef767-cefa-4909-8531-6da5236907ed.jpg?v=1782721156","url":"https:\/\/store.abramsbooks.com\/products\/louis-vuitton-100-legendary-trunks","provider":"Abrams Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}