Ben Hecht/Jenny Hecht Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

Description:
Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk featuring LV monogram logo repeated around trunk; shipping label (blue and white) adhered to left side of trunk with inscription: "From: Ben Hecht, Perry Lane, Nyack, NY. To: Dr. Minna Emeh, 2708 Lake View Chicago, IL". "Jenny Hecht Theater" hand-painted yellow and red by Louis Vuitton Factory on left side of trunk. "Jennifer Theater Trunk" red and white sticker, on right side of trunk. Original photographs stamped on rear with "Photograph by John Swope". Additional photographs on rear with "Graphic House Inc. 280 Madison Avenue, New York, NY. Murray Hill 6-8826" stamp. Various personal items to include telegrams from Hollywood actors, a rectangular purple cardboard box containing a Black tiara, and a Western Union telegram contained inside of the trunk.
Category Other - Collectibles
Reference Number 01219
Maker/Artist Louis Vuitton
Materials Wood, leather, brass
Measurements Approximately - Length: 24 in; Depth: 15 in; Height: 20 in
Time Period early 1900s



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