| Since his origin, man has carried his belongings with him. First in crude bags made of animal skin, followed by cloth, embroidered fabric with the addition of handles and straps, carpet bags, heavy wooden trunks, metal trunks, Gladstone bags, wonderful leather cabin trunks from the age of steam, until finally the smaller overnight or attaché-size suitcase evolved. | Quality is of prime importance at Case History and only items made by the very finest manufacturers of vintage luggage are sourced, acquired and, if necessary restored entirely by hand to their former glory.
Finnigan, Forsyth, Drew, Barrett, Boswell, Norris, Barker, Asprey, Harrods, Mappin and Webb, Louis Vuitton, Hermés, Army and Navy, Revelation are just some of the makes of case that we can supply.
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It is these leather suitcases and hat boxes that once nestled in the overhead luggage webbing on steam trains, and on the backs of vintage cars that have stirred the passion at Case History.
With her unrivalled knowledge of vintage luggage, Justine at Case History seeks out and painstakingly restores these wonderful items of yesteryear, so that, whether it be to adorn a study or to use everyday for the office, a beautiful and unique piece of vintage luggage will endure and give the look of genuine heritage. | Our cases, where possible are supplied with a key and a complimentary jar of appropriate leather preparation to ensure continuation of their glorious appearance.
According to your specific requirements most items can be supplied: |
