I've been fascinated by travel trunks as of late and can't help but feel amazed by the craftsmanship that comes with creating a trunk...especially trunks from the 19th century. Louis Vuitton made some incredible trunks including buttery leathers, rivets, monograms...and the best part is the wear and tear you see from all the travel adventures and destinations...shows character... I also have a lovely Chinese trunk custom made in Hong Kong from my grandmother which shows some intricate carvings in rich wood....I also can't help thinking about what my own suitcase went through from my recent travels and what I tried to carry in it....