The deep burgundy Epi leather, instantly recognisable for its distinctive textured grain, forms the sculptural body of this Louis Vuitton handbag, set off by polished gold-tone hardware and the discreet LV logo embossed at the lower front corner. Louis Vuitton’s Epi line, introduced in 1985, was the maison’s first foray into durable, water-resistant leather, marrying the house’s heritage of trunk-making with modern, architectural silhouettes for everyday elegance. This generously sized piece exemplifies the collection’s quiet sophistication, with a structured base and gently rounded top handles that reference the minimalism of late-1990s and early-2000s French design. The zip-top closure glides smoothly, revealing a tonal interior spacious enough for daily essentials and travel documents. Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton built its reputation on technical innovation and exquisite finishing, a legacy embodied in the Epi line’s meticulous edge-dyeing and resilient construction. Condition is very good, with only minor creasing to the leather at the handle bases and gentle surface marks at the corners; hardware retains its shine throughout. The original dust bag is included.
Model: Epi Leather Handbag Era: Early 2000s Condition: Very Good — minor creasing at handle bases, gentle surface marks to corners, hardware bright Material: Burgundy Epi grained leather with gold-tone hardware Colour: Burgundy Epi leather exterior with tonal interior, gold-tone hardware, discreet LV logo embossing at front Dimensions: W 42.5 × H 30.5 × D 18 cm Made in: France Comes With: Dust bag
