Louis Vuitton Sued for “Fraudulent Art”

Found this very interesting read over at NY Mag blog about a man who spent thousands on Louis Vuitton prints made of the same material used for its Murakami bags (not sure what rock he’s been living under but clearly he should have consulted The Bag Snob before making his purchase). According to the article the investor, Clint Arthur, alleges that “Vuitton did not disclose that the prints were made from scraps and had full intent to deceive their customers”. The case will go to court next week. I can’t wait to hear the outcome. If he wins, he could receive 12 million in damages!?!? Louis Vuitton available online at eLUXURY.com, he could have saved thousands and bought a bag ready made and put it in a glass case.

So, let’s discuss. I’ll go first. I think this is a frivolous lawsuit. Anyone can put a scrap of leather in a frame and call it art, if you’re not savvy enough to do your research before purchasing, you have only yourself to blame. Now, your turn. What do you think, does this Arthur guy deserve $12 million in damages against Louis Vuitton?

Photo source: Louis Vuitton