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Lot # J775

French Company 3-Piece Tapestry Luggage Set — Rolling Suitcase, Tote & Hat Box View Watchlist >

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Lot # J775
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French Company 3-Piece Tapestry Luggage Set — Rolling Suitcase, Tote & Hat Box, c.1980s

Elegant three-piece tapestry luggage set by The French Company, renowned for its fine craftsmanship and historic collaboration with Louis Vuitton. Founded in California in the mid-20th century, The French Company produced Louis Vuitton’s U.S.-licensed luggage from the 1970s through the early 1990s — a rare partnership that established the firm as a premier maker of luxury travel goods.

This coordinated ensemble features a richly textured floral jacquard tapestry accented with tan suede leather trim, gold-tone hardware, and the maker’s embossed crest. The set includes:
• A rolling suitcase with dual zippers, interior straps, and extendable handle
• A structured tote bag with matching lining and top zipper closure
• A round hat box with hinged lid, handle, and brass-tone fittings

A refined example of late-20th-century travel design, balancing classic European elegance with American craftsmanship. Ideal for collectors of vintage luggage or as a decorative statement set.


Condition:

In good overall condition, showing light stains, surface scuffing, and signs of age-appropriate wear. The hat box displays moderate wear to the suede trim, while the suitcase shows scuffing near the wheel housings. Interiors remain clean with intact linings and fully functional zippers. Please review photos for details.


Dimensions:

  • Rolling Suitcase: 23" tall (38" with handle) × 14" × 8.5"
  • Tote: 13" tall (25" with handles) × 16.5" × 5"
  • Hat Box: 7.25" high × 18.5" diameter

The French Company (also known as French Luggage Co.) was a California-based manufacturer celebrated for its craftsmanship and its rare license to produce Louis Vuitton luggage for the U.S. market. This tapestry-and-suede series represents the firm’s independent luxury line from the same era — highly collectible for its quality construction and its close connection to the Louis Vuitton legacy.