Louis Vuitton 4 Key Holder in Damier Ebene Canvas with Bordeaux Cross-Grain Leather
Key Pouch / Small Leather Good (SLG) · Louis Vuitton (LVMH); French luxury heritage maison founded in 1854; Tier: Ultra-luxury
Collection: Damier Ebene Permanent Accessory Collection; introduced in original form in 1888, reintroduced in 1996
Style
Key Pouch / Small Leather Good (SLG)
Brand
Louis Vuitton (LVMH); French luxury heritage maison founded in 1854; Tier: Ultra-luxury
Material
Coated Damier Ebene canvas exterior; vulcanized cotton canvas with synthetic coating for durability. Interior is lined with Cross-Grain leather (Taiga-style embossing). Machine-stitched construction with glazing (edge paint).
Dimensions
Width: 10.5 cm (4.1"), Height: 5.5 cm (2.2"), Depth: 1 cm (0.4")
Description
A quintessential Louis Vuitton accessory designed for organization and elegance. This 4-key holder protects bags from being scratched by sharp keys and offers a compact way to carry essentials. The Damier Ebene canvas provides a resilient exterior that resists water and scratches, while the rich red interior adds a touch of classic French sophistication.
Key Features
Tri-fold design; authentic Cross-Grain leather texture; specific 'Made in France' heat stamp; four-hook configuration; Damier checkerboard alignment.
Material & Construction
Coated Damier Ebene canvas exterior; vulcanized cotton canvas with synthetic coating for durability. Interior is lined with Cross-Grain leather (Taiga-style embossing). Machine-stitched construction with glazing (edge paint).
Color & Pattern
Damier Ebene (brown checkerboard pattern) with 'Ebène' (dark brown) and 'Bordeaux' (deep wine red) interior lining. Traditional two-tone brown exterior squares.
Hardware Details
Gold-tone brass hardware; includes a 4-hook key plate and a branded front snap button. Key hooks show significant plating loss and silvering from friction. Logo engraving 'LOUIS VUITTON' visible on the top edge plate.
Interior Description
Cross-grain leather lining in bordeaux. Features four individual key hooks on a central metal plate. 'LOUIS VUITTON / PARIS / made in France' heat stamp located on the right interior flap.
Closure Type
Single snap button closure with a central flap that folds over the key hooks.
Strap & Handle Details
N/A - This is a pocket accessory without handles or straps.
Craftsmanship Details
Machine-stitching is consistent but showing stress at flex points. The interior heat stamp shows slightly uneven gold leaf application due to the grain texture, typical of aged authentic pieces.
Authentication Indicators
Heat stamp font appears correct with the 'O' being perfectly round; stitching follows the traditional slant; however, the heavy wear obscures some grain patterns. The brass snap shows 'LOUIS VUITTON' engraving standard for the era.
Origin & Manufacturing
Made in France; manufactured in one of the French ateliers according to high-stress accessory standards.
Era & Period
Late 1990s to early 2010s; a staple of the Louis Vuitton accessory catalog during the 'Millennial Luxury' boom.
Age Estimate
Circa 2000-2010 based on the yellowed hue of the logo stamp and the specific oxidation patterns of the brass hardware.
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'Quiet Luxury' of the late 20th century before the logo-mania of the 2010s; it was an essential component of a coordinated 'set' of Louis Vuitton travel gear.
Condition Notes
Fair to Poor condition. Exterior canvas shows heavy rubbing and loss of pattern (balding) on the edges. Interior leather has significant staining and darkening. Hardware is heavily tarnished with plating loss on the hooks. Glazing is cracked and peeling at the corners.
Value Estimate
Resale value in current condition: $40 - $70 USD. Fair market value in excellent condition: $150 - $220 USD. Original retail approximately $250.
Care & Maintenance
Clean canvas with a damp cloth; leather interior requires conditioning to prevent further cracking of the cross-grain. Professional glazing repair recommended for the peeling edges.
Similar Handbags
LV 6 Key Holder (longer, six hooks); LV Cles / Key Pouch (zippered pouch with ring); Gucci Marmont Key Case; Prada Saffiano Key Case.
Interesting Facts
The 4-key holder is one of LV's most popular entry-level luxury items. The bordeaux interior was standard for Damier Ebene SLGs for many years, contrasting the bright red (Cerise) or pink (Rose Ballerine) found in newer models.