Louis Vuitton Trunk History and Features

The transcript features a guest discussing a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk owned since 1966. The appraiser provides a detailed history of Louis Vuitton, highlighting the evolution of trunk designs from 1854 to 1896. The trunk's features, such as the latticework ribbon and serial number, are examined. Despite some wear, the trunk is valued at $10,000 for auction and $20,000 for insurance. The appraisal concludes with the guest expressing satisfaction with the valuation.

What year did the guest's family acquire the steamer trunk?

• 1966

• 1976

• 1986

• 1996

In what year did Louis Vuitton start his business?

• 1864

• 1854

• 1874

• 1884

What was unique about the first flat-top trunk introduced by Louis Vuitton?

• It was made of leather

• It was dome-shaped

• It had wheels

• It was flat-topped

Why did Louis Vuitton introduce new designs like the check design?

• To prevent copying

• To reduce production costs

• To increase trunk size

• To add more colors

When was the check design first introduced?

• 1908

• 1888

• 1878

• 1898

What feature of the trunk allows for storing cards and notes?

• Latticework ribbon

• Zippered compartments

• Leather pockets

• Metal hooks

What is the significance of the number 34233 on the trunk?

• It is the price

• It is the model number

• It is the serial number

• It is the production year

What cities are mentioned on the trunk's strap loops?

• New York and Tokyo

• London and Tokyo

• Paris and New York

• Paris and London

What is the estimated auction value of the trunk?

• $20,000

• $15,000

• $10,000

• $5,000

What insurance value is recommended for the trunk?

• $25,000

• $20,000

• $15,000

• $10,000