Bidspirit auction | A Vintage Hard-Sided Cowhide Leather

A Vintage Hard-Sided Cowhide Leather Travel Suitcase in Reddish-Brown This lot comprises a single mid-20th-century hard-sided travel suitcase of unknown manufacture, possibly British or French, constructed from cowhide leather. The exterior is finished in deep reddish-brown leather with heavy gauge stitching along the seams. It features a central leather-wrapped handle showing significant wear and a black block letter monogram reading 'W . C . M .' positioned directly below. The case is secured by two brass-tone metal flip locks with integrated keyholes, though keys are not present. The underside is fitted with five metal feet to protect the base. Two partial vintage hotel stickers remain attached: a green triangular label for 'Hôtel St Louis et de la Poste' in Autun, France, from 'LES GRANDS HOTELS DE LA ROUTE', and a decorative label for the 'ROYAL PICARDY' hotel in Le Touquet. The interior is lined with a cream woven fabric and includes two leather retaining straps. A gold-tone stamp on the front interior lip reads 'REAL' over 'COWHIDE' in capital letters. Width (across widest point): 61 cm. Depth: 37 cm. Height: 19 cm.