To mark the 130th anniversary of Louis Vuitton's Monogram canvas, the Parisian auction house Gros & Delettrez is hosting a free exhibition of rare travel trunks and accessories from May 18 to 20, 2026. The display features iconic pieces including two expedition bed trunks (one from 1911 with the initials 'B.B.'), a library trunk, a desk trunk, and other travel innovations designed between 1880 and 1930, all before they go up for auction on May 21.
The exhibition highlights the enduring cultural and commercial significance of the Monogram canvas, created in 1896 by Georges Vuitton to combat counterfeiting, which has become a globally recognized luxury symbol. By presenting these historic trunks in a free, public setting before auction, the event bridges fashion history, design heritage, and the art market, offering collectors and enthusiasts a rare glimpse into the evolution of luxury travel objects.