Circa 1991-1992

France

Travel shoulder bag numbered MI 0991 made in a limited edition for the 1991 and 1992 Louis Vuitton America's Cup. Blue coated canvas with white "LV Cup" pennant print and two double slider zips. Cowhide leather piping and fastenings. The words "Louis Vuitton Cup For The America's Cup" are stamped in the centre. One outside pocket and one inside pocket (slight detachment of an inside lining). Adjustable blue woven "Louis Vuitton Paris" strap with gold-tone metal clasps featuring the brand's logo. Vachetta leather has colour variations and a natural patina that is common for this type of leather. Slight patina to the gilt metal and keyless padlocks. Only tiny defects to report. Very good colour and condition.

Dimensions: Height 29 cm, width 40 cm, depth at base 18 cm.

Louis Vuitton was the official partner of the America's Cup from 1983 to 2007. The opening of the first America's Cup, the oldest international sporting trophy, took place in 1851 off the Isle of Wight, off Portsmouth. Founded in 1854, Louis Vuitton has been a major partner of the America's Cup since 1983, with some rare limited editions such as this blue travel bag from the 1991 and 1992 editions.