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When did LV start using coated canvas?

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When did LV start using coated canvas?
Louis Vuitton started using the French luxury fashion house’s now famous coated canvas in 1896. The iconic monogram print helped to deter the efforts of counterfeiters who even then tried to capitalize on the popularity of Louis Vuitton’s pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Louis Vuitton coated canvas bags.
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
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Louis Vuitton NIB Paint Can Monogram Purple
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton collectible purple white monogram paint can bag. Shoulder strap 23” adjustable and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

OOAK Louis Vuitton Hand Painted Leather Wrapped Montsouris GM Backpack
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
OOAK Louis Vuitton Hand Painted Leather Wrapped Montsouris GM Backpack in very good condition
Category

2010s Backpacks

Louis Vuitton Trunk 1913
By Louis Vuitton
Located in palm beach, FL
Exceptional Louis Vuitton wardrobe trunk features stenciled monogram canvas; brown loziné LV
Category

Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Bronze

Louis Vuitton Capri Canvas Painting, 2021
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unusual artwork made on an original piece of Louis Vuitton monogrammed canvas. Hand painted items
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Paintings

Materials

Leather, Acrylic

Men FW 2022/ Virgil Abloh/ Louis Vuitton Paint can shoulder bag in Yellow
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
SOLD​ ​OUT​ ​-​ ​LOUIS​ ​VUITTON​ ​RUNWAY,​ ​FALL/WINTER​ ​2022​ ​MEN'S​ ​COLLECTION​ ​VIRGIL
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21st Century and Contemporary French Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

Louis Vuitton Canvas New York Painting, 2021
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unusual artwork made on an original piece of Louis Vuitton monogrammed canvas. Hand painted items
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Paintings

Materials

Leather, Acrylic

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