Chronicling the storied history of Louis Vuitton, the House unveils a new book, From Louis to Vuitton, written by Arthur Dreyfus with a foreword from Louis Vuitton CEO Pietro Beccari and published by Assouline Editions. At four-hundred-and-six pages, the new tomb presents three-hundred-and-twenty images under fifty-four themes of the House's history since its founding in 1854. Documenting iconic creations, the famous workshop in Asnières, along with the contributions of its artistic directors, this Beau-livre is an essential addition for both collectors and enthusiasts.
Inviting readers on an historical voyage throughout its pages, the journey begins in Anchay where the founder, then a teenager, left his native village in Jura for Paris, where he soon would become a luggage maker synonymous with the spirit of travel. In nearby Asnières, the historic workshop and Louis Vuitton's adjoining family home is documented.
Monsieur Louis Vuitton founded his workshop and accompanying home in Asnières in 1859 (Images courtesy of © Collection Louis Vuitton)
Proceeding through the many highlights within, the book traverses the House's architectural gems throughout its global footprint, fashion, leather goods, and accessories offerings, as well as the many visionaries who have imparted their own interpretations of the Maison's heritage.
Left: Caricature by Mich of Georges Vuitton with his feet in a trunk, 1907. Right: Trademark registered by Mr. Louis Vuitton, March 21, 1905, at the registry of the Paris Commercial Court. (Images courtesy of © Collection Louis Vuitton/Dessin de Mich, Archives INPI)
A fascinating aspect of the book is its focus on modes of travel, by land, air, or sea. Historical places, reinterpretations of the House codes, and its commitment to climate in "Committed Journey" are all explored, including its connection to sporting events such as the America's Cup and F1. An elegant gesture to capture the House's history, this new volume comes on the heels of traveling global exhibitions such as "200 Trunks, 200 Visionaries: The Exhibition" (Asnières, Singapore, Los Angeles, New York), "Visionary Journeys" (Bangkok, Shanghai, Seoul, Osaka), as well as Louis Vuitton Art Déco, currently on display in Paris.
Encased in its signature Damier-style print and saddle stitch yellow accents, a trunk produced in very limited quantities is also available to house this special edition (price upon request).
Available for purchase from November 3rd, From Louis to Vuitton can be found in Louis Vuitton and Assouline stores worldwide and online at louisvuitton.com and assouline.com.
Left: Cruise 2017 show by Nicolas Ghesquière, at the Niterói Contemporary Art Museum, Rio de Janeiro, May 2016. Right: Men’s Spring-Summer 2024 show by Pharrell Williams. For his first collection as Creative Director of menswear, he staged a runway show on the Pont-Neuf, June 2023. (Images courtesy of Penske Media/Getty Images, Ludovic Marin/Getty Images)
A Woman’s Trunk in Damier canvas, 1899 (Image courtesy of ® © Louis Vuitton Malletier/Naotaka Kumagai)
