Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton - Papillon 30 - Monogram coated canvas with Vachetta leather trim - Brown - (Medium)
Louis Vuitton - Papillon 30 - Monogram coated canvas with Vachetta leather trim - Brown - (Medium)
SKU: JK042-002300209042-Louis Vuitton-Papillon-Monogram Canvas-Medium-Gold-Tone-Brown
Condition
This vintage Louis Vuitton Papillon 30 shoulder bag is in very good pre-owned condition, reflecting a 95% new grade. The iconic Monogram coated canvas exterior remains well-preserved with a vibrant pattern. The vachetta leather trim and handles show signs of aging, including a rich honey patina, darkening, some surface cracking, and wear consistent with its vintage nature. The gold-tone hardware exhibits notable tarnishing and plating loss, particularly on the zipper pull. The interior lining is clean with minor signs of use.
Exterior
The exterior features Louis Vuitton's signature Monogram coated canvas, maintaining its shape and distinct pattern. The cylindrical silhouette is classic and well-structured. The vachetta leather piping around the circular ends shows darkening and wear. The two slender vachetta leather handles are attached by hardware and show a deep, aged patina with some visible cracking and rubbing along the edges.
Hardware
The bag is accented with gold-tone hardware. The main zipper glides smoothly, though the zipper pull itself shows considerable tarnishing, discoloration, and plating loss, which is common for vintage pieces. The D-rings for the handles are also gold-tone and show some wear.
Interior
The interior is lined with a durable textile fabric, likely a brown or orange shade. It appears clean with minor signs of use, free from significant stains or odors. There are no additional pockets inside the main compartment.
Notable Features
This Papillon 30 is a timeless vintage piece, characterized by its unique cylindrical shape and elegant double top handles. Its classic Monogram pattern makes it instantly recognizable as a Louis Vuitton icon. The bag is designed for shoulder or arm carry.
Specifications
- Brand: Louis Vuitton
- Model: Papillon 30
- Material: Monogram coated canvas with Vachetta leather trim
- Color: Brown
- Pattern: Monogram
- Size: Medium
- Height: 15 cm
- Width: 30 cm
- Depth: 15 cm
- Year: Vintage
⚠️ Attention
The vachetta leather trim and handles display a deep patina, darkening, surface cracking, and general wear. The gold-tone zipper pull shows significant tarnishing and plating loss.
