2024-10-04 12:28:14
THE Louis Vuitton Cup It will be delivered in the next few hours or, at most, this weekend. This Friday they are scheduled of regattas between Ineos Britannia and Luna Rossa Pirelli Stop. THE British exceed the Italians for six victories to four, with which they just need a win proclaim themselves winners of the challenger cup and become the team that fights against the New Zealanders of Emirates Team New Zealand of Saturday 12 October.
The fashion brand Louis Vuittonwhich is back in this edition al America’s Cup sailing as main sponsor, created a new trophy for those who proclaim themselves the winner. As explained by the company, it is a solid silver cup. designed by goldsmith Thomas Lyte following the tradition of previous trophies, which is preserved in a personalized trunk.
Handcrafted 19th century trunks
In fact, underlined by the prestigious brand, Louis Vuitton has been historically linked to some gods most important sporting trophies in the world. “In the mid-19th century, Louis Vuitton made a name for itself as trunk manufacturer and packager, concentrating his craft on creating the best possible container for the most precious objects and thus ensuring that they arrive at their destination in perfect condition. Nearly 200 years later, the Maison that bears his name retains his commitment to this original craftsmanship, and the trophy case, custom-designed in 2024 for the new Louis Vuitton Cup, is a testament to the importance of that tradition,” they said.
On this occasion, the artisans from the historic laboratories of Asnières-sur-Seine, near Paris, they used a resin replica of the trophy to conceive the design of the chestwhich is inspired by traditional trophy chests, “with panels that open to expose the cup, so it can be retreat safely and, on special occasions, be presented in one’s trunk.” In recent weeks, The trophy could be seen in the ‘hospitality’ America’s Cup (ACE) event in Port Olímpic.
Hand painted bands
The exterior is decorated with the brand’s classic Monogram print and is crowned with hand-painted scarlet and blue bands V-shaped, initial of both “Victory” starting from “Vuitton”. All the metal components are gold-plated, giving it extra shine, and the Lozine reinforcements that protect the corners of the trunk are made of wood fiber. The interior is lined with a microfibre fabric ivory tone and the back cover is decorated with the Louis Vuitton Cup logo. The design is completed by a small drawer.
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