Where Maison Louis Vuitton meets wearable art — and no two are alike.
This is not just a vintage Louis Vuitton bag. This is a one-of-a-kind collector's piece — a 1998 Ellipse MM in the iconic Monogram canvas, transformed by an anonymous artist into a bold, expressive work of wearable art. The custom hand-painted drip composition in teal, lavender, magenta, white, and yellow cascades across the structured dome front, turning one of Louis Vuitton's most architectural silhouettes into something entirely its own.
There is no other bag like this in the world.
About the Louis Vuitton Ellipse MM
The Ellipse is one of Louis Vuitton's most distinctive and collectible silhouettes — its structured dome shape and top-zip closure set it apart from every other bag in the Maison's archive. Discontinued and no longer produced, authentic vintage examples are increasingly sought after by collectors worldwide. This 1998 example was crafted in France and carries the date code AS0978, confirming its provenance.
The Custom Art
The front dome panel features a dramatic drip-paint composition applied directly to the Monogram canvas — bold vertical drips in teal, lavender, magenta, white, and yellow against a deep black base. The paint is well-applied and sealed, with no cracking or peeling. The artist is anonymous. The work is original. The result is extraordinary.
Condition Note
This is a pre-owned vintage bag with honest, age-appropriate wear. The vachette leather trim has darkened and developed a rich honey-to-caramel patina — natural and expected for a 1998 piece. Hardware shows light tarnishing consistent with age. Canvas corners show light wear. Interior brown canvas lining is in good condition with minor spots. The custom paint is intact and shows no deterioration. Full condition transparency shown in our photos.
Product Details
- Brand: Louis Vuitton
- Style: Ellipse MM
- Collection: Monogram Canvas
- Color: Classic Brown Monogram / Custom Painted Front
- Material: Coated Monogram Canvas / Vachette Leather Trim
- Hardware: Aged Gold-Tone (LV padlock included, no key)
- Interior: Brown canvas lining, one interior open pocket with leather pull tab
- Date Code: AS0978 (Made in France, 1998)
- Made In: France
Approximate Measurements
- Width: 12" | Height: 9" | Depth: 6"
- Handle Drop: approximately 4" (top handles)
Includes
- Louis Vuitton Ellipse MM Monogram bag
- LV padlock (no key)
- Physical 3rd-party Certificate of Authenticity
Condition: Pre-Owned Vintage — Good
- Canvas: Good — light corner wear, no cracking or peeling
- Vachette Leather Trim: Natural honey-to-caramel patina, darkened with age
- Hardware: Light tarnishing, fully functional
- Custom Paint: Excellent — intact, no cracking or peeling
- Interior: Good — minor spots on canvas lining, no odor
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