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This vintage Louis Vuitton Hot Air Balloon Snow Globe is a charming decorative piece in good condition with light traces of use. Featuring a glass dome, a multicolour hot air balloon motif with clouds and doves, and a miniature Monogram trunk on a black base, it is perfect for styling a desk, shelf or collector’s cabinet with playful Louis Vuitton appeal.
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• Glass dome
• Hot air balloon motif with clouds and doves
• Miniature Monogram canvas trunk
• Black base with gold-tone Louis Vuitton lettering
• Vintage
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Q: What size is this item? A: This piece measures approximately 11 cm in height, 8 cm in width and 8 cm in depth. Its compact size makes it easy to display on a shelf, desk or in a cabinet.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
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SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
Delivery & Returns
Q: What makes the Louis Vuitton Hot Air Balloon Snow Globe special? A: This vintage decorative piece is a Louis Vuitton collector’s object featuring a hot air balloon, clouds, doves and a miniature Monogram trunk beneath a glass dome. Similar examples are commonly described on the secondary market as the Ballon d'Air or Aero design from around 2013, which makes it especially appealing to collectors of Louis Vuitton home objects.
Q: Is this snow globe meant for practical use or display? A: It is best suited as a display piece rather than an everyday-use item. Like most collectible snow globes, it should be handled carefully and kept safely on a stable surface.
Q: What size is this item? A: This piece measures approximately 11 cm in height, 8 cm in width and 8 cm in depth. Its compact size makes it easy to display on a shelf, desk or in a cabinet.
Q: What condition is this piece in? A: It is listed in good vintage condition with light traces of use. The interior is noted as a little dusty, so gentle signs of age should be expected rather than a like-new finish.
Q: Does it come with the original box or other included items? A: The product information for this listing states that no additional included items come with it. If original packaging is important to you, please rely on the included items shown and described for this specific piece.
Q: Can I shake the snow globe? A: A gentle occasional shake is generally fine for a decorative snow globe, but frequent or vigorous shaking is not recommended. Over time, rough handling can stress the seal and affect delicate interior details.
Q: How should I care for and display it? A: It is best displayed in a temperature-controlled room, away from direct sunlight, radiators and very cold areas. Dust the exterior gently with a soft dry or slightly damp cloth, and avoid harsh cleaning products or abrasive materials.
Q: What if I notice cloudiness, an air bubble or a leak? A: These issues can appear in older snow globes as they age or if they have been exposed to heat or temperature changes. Because this is a collectible item, professional restoration is usually safer than attempting a home repair.
Q: Is this considered a rare Louis Vuitton piece? A: Louis Vuitton snow globes are niche collectible novelties and appear far less often than the brand’s handbags or small leather goods. Hot air balloon versions are especially appealing to buyers who collect seasonal, decorative or client gift pieces.
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
This vintage Louis Vuitton Hot Air Balloon Snow Globe is a charming decorative piece in good condition with light traces of use. Featuring a glass dome, a multicolour hot air balloon motif with clouds and doves, and a miniature Monogram trunk on a black base, it is perfect for styling a desk, shelf or collector’s cabinet with playful Louis Vuitton appeal.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What makes the Louis Vuitton Hot Air Balloon Snow Globe special? A: This vintage decorative piece is a Louis Vuitton collector’s object featuring a hot air balloon, clouds, doves and a miniature Monogram trunk beneath a glass dome. Similar examples are commonly described on the secondary market as the Ballon d'Air or Aero design from around 2013, which makes it especially appealing to collectors of Louis Vuitton home objects.
Q: Is this snow globe meant for practical use or display? A: It is best suited as a display piece rather than an everyday-use item. Like most collectible snow globes, it should be handled carefully and kept safely on a stable surface.
Q: What size is this item? A: This piece measures approximately 11 cm in height, 8 cm in width and 8 cm in depth. Its compact size makes it easy to display on a shelf, desk or in a cabinet.
Q: What condition is this piece in? A: It is listed in good vintage condition with light traces of use. The interior is noted as a little dusty, so gentle signs of age should be expected rather than a like-new finish.
Q: Does it come with the original box or other included items? A: The product information for this listing states that no additional included items come with it. If original packaging is important to you, please rely on the included items shown and described for this specific piece.
Q: Can I shake the snow globe? A: A gentle occasional shake is generally fine for a decorative snow globe, but frequent or vigorous shaking is not recommended. Over time, rough handling can stress the seal and affect delicate interior details.
Q: How should I care for and display it? A: It is best displayed in a temperature-controlled room, away from direct sunlight, radiators and very cold areas. Dust the exterior gently with a soft dry or slightly damp cloth, and avoid harsh cleaning products or abrasive materials.
Q: What if I notice cloudiness, an air bubble or a leak? A: These issues can appear in older snow globes as they age or if they have been exposed to heat or temperature changes. Because this is a collectible item, professional restoration is usually safer than attempting a home repair.
Q: Is this considered a rare Louis Vuitton piece? A: Louis Vuitton snow globes are niche collectible novelties and appear far less often than the brand’s handbags or small leather goods. Hot air balloon versions are especially appealing to buyers who collect seasonal, decorative or client gift pieces.
SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED
A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
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• Glass dome
• Hot air balloon motif with clouds and doves
• Miniature Monogram canvas trunk
• Black base with gold-tone Louis Vuitton lettering
• Vintage
