Description:
Louis Vuitton has been in the trunk business since he opened his first shop in Paris on the Rue Nueve des Capucines in 1854. His trunks were incredible back then- and they are still amazing… works of art! Some of our clients like their trunks untouched- with all of the evidence of their century plus travel and tales to tell: cracks, tears, gouges, patina, dust and grime. It tells a story. But many of our clients want their tired old trunks brought back to life. They\’ve lived long and hard, and deserve to live out their existence in spectacular fashion. Jesse is able to help them out- he works his magic, to literally light up these fabulous old, trunks… He uses no paint, no varnish etc. The natural brilliance of the brass hardware comes alive with a little elbow grease and polish- it looks to me like he\’s flipping on a switch, and turning on the light on each and every one of those little rivets! The leather warms up beautifully with just a bit of conditioner. I love watching the process- and thought you might too!!!