Chapter 1
The birthplace of trunks
Chapter 2
The dance of the leather artisans
Chapter 3
The magic of the metal details
YOUR GOAL
Master of How to build a French masterpiece by hand
Ch 1 · The birthplace of trunks
louisvuitton Asnières Atelier
Made in Asnières, made in Asnières, Handcrafted since eighteen fifty-nine!
louisvuitton The wooden trunk skeleton features flexible poplar, okoumé, and sturdy beech rails.
louisvuitton An artisan handcrafts a classic monogram bag inside a Louis Vuitton workshop.
Fun Fact
The original canvas: The first Louis Vuitton trunks used a plain gray canvas called Trianon, which was completely waterproof to protect clothes on steamships.
Glossary
asnières (noun)
A French commune located in the northwestern suburbs of Paris. In 1859, Louis Vuitton established his historic workshop here to produce custom luxury luggage.
A French commune located in the northwestern suburbs of Paris. In 1859, Louis Vuitton established his historic workshop here to produce custom luxury luggage.
Quiz
In what year did Louis Vuitton open his historic workshop in Asnières-sur-Seine?
Quiz
What was the color of the very first waterproof canvas used by Louis Vuitton?
Quiz
Where do artisans hide their personal signatures inside a Louis Vuitton trunk?
Quiz
How long must the wood for a Louis Vuitton trunk frame dry before being used?
Quiz
Which wood is preferred for the flexible parts of a Louis Vuitton trunk frame?