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1960s Roberta di Camerino black bag
By Roberta Di Camerino
Located in Capri, IT
1960s Roberta di Camerino black bag in textile and velvet. Lining Red leather
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1960s Italian Vintage Black Bag

Vintage 1960s Roberta di Camerino black bag
1960s Roberta di Camerino black bag
W 12.21 in D 1.58 in L 14.18 in
Gianni Versace Medusa Black bag
By Gianni Versace
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This Versace bag is made with gold hardware. Color: black Pre-loved condition Can be worn as cross
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1980s Italian Vintage Black Bag

Chanel Jewel Evening Black Bag
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Evening bag in quilted satin and jewel clasp. The handle is made of pearly beads and
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1980s French Vintage Black Bag

Vintage Chanel Jewel Evening Black Bag
Chanel Jewel Evening Black Bag
H 5.52 in W 8.27 in D 1.58 in
Givenchy Amazing Black Bag with Silver Studs
By Givenchy
Located in Milano, IT
Superb black Givenchy sack bag from the 2000s. The bag features a black nylon body embellished with
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1990s Italian Vintage Black Bag

Vintage Givenchy Amazing Black Bag with Silver Studs
Givenchy Amazing Black Bag with Silver Studs
H 17.72 in W 18.12 in D 3.94 in
1980s Ungaro Green and Black Bag Patterned Leather with Tassels
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s Emanuel Ungaro evening/dinner bag. Gorgeous green and black patterned leather with
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1980s French Vintage Black Bag

Chanel In The Classic Flap Vintage Large Business Shoulder Briefcase Black Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel So Black Vintage Caviar Large Business Travel Bag Year: 1991 {VINTAGE 31 Years} Gold
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1990s Italian Vintage Black Bag

Chanel Vintage Small Classic Flap Exotic Lizard Leather 24K Gold CC Black Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Chanel. This black lizard skin classic flap bag features 24K gold-plated hardware, a front flap secured
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1990s French Vintage Black Bag

Vintage Black Patent Bag
Located in London, GB
An unusual hexaganal shape patent black bag . The bag has a flap over front with popper fastening
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1970s Unknown Vintage Black Bag

Vintage Black Patent Bag
Vintage Black Patent Bag
H 8 in W 9 in D 2 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Christian Dior black bag with honeycomb pattern with dior logo inside with two compartments
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1980s French Vintage Black Bag

Christian Dior Vintage 1980 bag
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 bag
H 5.91 in W 9.85 in D 1.19 in
Brassaï Original Black & White Photograph of a Street Fair
By Brassaï
Located in Larchmont, NY
tripod and heavy bag of glass photographic plates. He was sometimes accompanied by Ernest Hemingway
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1930s Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Photogravure

1980s Gianni Versace Black Oroton Canvas Crossbody Bag
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a chic black oroton Gianni Versace shoulder bag, designed by Gianni Versace. From the
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1980s Italian Vintage Black Bag

What A Wonderful World 1968 photograph of Louis Armstrong by Arthur Steel
By Arthur Steel
Located in London, GB
magical shot in the bag. A short while later the couple were boarding the plane and they kindly gave me a
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1960s Photorealist Vintage Black Bag

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Digital

‘What A Wonderful World’ by Arthur Steel Limited Edition
By Arthur Steel
Located in London, GB
cheerfully agreed. I only took two frames and just knew that I had a magical shot in the bag. A short while
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1960s Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Silver Gelatin

Private Transport
By Slim Aarons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gladys 'Patsy' Bartlett (1928 - 2011, née Pulitzer, later Pulitzer Preston) rummaging in her bag on
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1950s American Realist Vintage Black Bag

Materials

Emulsion, Photographic Paper, ABS, Black and White, Digital, Photogram

Private Transport
Private Transport
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H 24 in W 24 in
Vintage Print - Legend
By Malcolm Lubliner
Located in Surfside, FL
iconic works such as Jasper Johns’s Numerals, Claes Oldenburg’s Giant Ice Bag, and Frank Stella’s
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20th Century Vintage Black Bag

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Black and White, Silver Gelatin

Private Transport
By Slim Aarons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gladys 'Patsy' Bartlett (1928 - 2011, née Pulitzer, later Pulitzer Preston) rummaging in her bag on
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1950s American Realist Vintage Black Bag

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Photographic Paper, Emulsion, ABS, Black and White, Digital, Photogram

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H 30 in W 30 in
Private Transport, Estate Edition
By Slim Aarons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gladys 'Patsy' Bartlett (1928 - 2011, née Pulitzer, later Pulitzer Preston) rummaging in her bag on
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1950s American Realist Vintage Black Bag

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Emulsion, Photographic Paper, ABS, Black and White, Digital, Photogram

Private Transport
By Slim Aarons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gladys 'Patsy' Bartlett (1928 - 2011, née Pulitzer, later Pulitzer Preston) rummaging in her bag on
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1950s American Realist Vintage Black Bag

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Emulsion, Photographic Paper, ABS, Black and White, Digital, Photogram

Ceiling Light by BAG Turgi
By BAG Turgi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ceiling Light by Bag Turgi. Designed and manufactured in Switzerland, circa the 1950s. A saucer
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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Black Bag

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Patsy Pulitzer, Private Transport
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
of 150 with certificate of authenticity from the estate. Patsy Pulitzer rummaging in her bag on
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1950s American Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Silver Gelatin

Hammer & Sickle, acetate of iconic image, given by Warhol to Chromacomp Inc.
By Andy Warhol
Located in New York, NY
books and brown-bag them and nonchalantly walk out into the broad daylight. I’d return with the books
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1970s Pop Art Vintage Black Bag

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Photographic Film, Mixed Media, Photographic Paper

Patsy Pulitzer, Private Transport
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
of 150 with certificate of authenticity from the estate. Patsy Pulitzer rummaging in her bag on
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1950s American Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Silver Gelatin

Patsy Pulitzer, Private Transport
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
of 150 with certificate of authenticity from the estate. Patsy Pulitzer rummaging in her bag on
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1950s American Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Silver Gelatin

Private Transport Slim Aarons Estate Stamped Print
By Slim Aarons
Located in London, GB
(1928 – 2011, née Pulitzer, later Pulitzer Preston) rummaging in her bag on the seat of an open car
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1950s Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Silver Gelatin

Patsy Pulitzer, Private Transport
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
of 150 with certificate of authenticity from the estate. Patsy Pulitzer rummaging in her bag on
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1950s American Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Silver Gelatin

Patsy Pulitzer, Private Transport
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
of 150 with certificate of authenticity from the estate. Patsy Pulitzer rummaging in her bag on
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1950s American Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Silver Gelatin

Lauren Hutton-fashion portrait of the supermodel together with the photographer
By Arthur Elgort
Located in Vienna, AT
white für coat draped around her shoulders and her black and white bag is sitting next to her on the
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1970s Contemporary Vintage Black Bag

Materials

Archival Pigment

Slim Aarons 'Patsy Pulitzer, Private Transport'
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
of authenticity from the estate. Patsy Pulitzer rummaging in her bag on the seat of an open car
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1950s Realist Vintage Black Bag

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Iman, 1977
By Chris von Wangenheim
Located in New York, NY
and matching scarf by Halston and Bottega Veneta bag Limited Edition Archival Print Please allow
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Vintage Black Bag

Materials

Archival Pigment

Arrival or Departure Photographic Series (After Hitchcock)
By Betty Hahn
Located in Soquel, CA
shot of a black duffel bag stuffed under his arm? It was of course Hitchcock's particular genius to
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1980s Realist Vintage Black Bag

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Silver Gelatin, Photographic Paper

Bag Turgi floor lamps, 1980's, Switzerland
By BAG Turgi
Located in La Tour-de-Peilz, CH
Black and chrome, classic chic! Two beautiful brushed steel cups suspended at the end of thin
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1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Chrome, Metal

Wonderful Medicom Toy Kaws 18 Together Pair of Dolls
By KAWS, Medicom Toy
Located in Roslyn, NY
Medicom toy kaws 18 together pair of dolls sculpture. In original plastic case and black bag.  
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20th Century Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Plastic

Table Lamp in metal for BAG Turgi, Switzerland - 1935
By BAG Turgi
Located in Berlin, DE
H 110 cm W 110 cm D 16 cm Material: Sheet iron painted matt black, nickel-plated brass, steel with
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1930s Swiss Vintage Black Bag

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Metal

Table Lamp by Bag Turgi in beige, Switzerland - 1935
By BAG Turgi
Located in Berlin, DE
, steel with cream-colored lacquer, black plastic connection cable, rotary switch on the socket, E 27
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1930s Swiss Vintage Black Bag

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Metal

Rare & Elegant Mid-Century Modern Diabolo Sconce by BAG Turgi Switzerland 1950s
By BAG Turgi
Located in Munich, DE
various position due to the joint ball. Manufactured by BAG Turgi, Switzerland, 1950s. Executed in
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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Aluminum, Metal, Brass

Table Lamp attr. to Bag Turgi in light grey, Switzerland - 1935
By BAG Turgi
Located in Berlin, DE
, steel with light grey lacquer, black plastic connection cable, rotary switch on the socket, E 27 socket
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1930s Swiss Vintage Black Bag

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Metal

Multiple BAG Turgi Glass Brass Globe Pendant Lamps, circa 1960
By BAG Turgi
Located in Vienna, AT
1 out 10 glass ball lights with thick clear ice glass and brass hardware by BAG Turgi, Switzerland
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Brass

Pair of Solid Brass BAG Turgi Floor Lamps, Switzerland 1950s
By BAG Turgi
Located in New York, NY
In the style of Angelo Lelli European socket and wiring good vintage condition black enameled
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1950s Swiss Vintage Black Bag

Materials

Brass

Big Bauhaus Black and White Neon Desk Lamp Chrome
By BAG Turgi
Located in Weiningen, CH
Very with big desk lamp with neon light black foot and off-white shade two parts to move the lamp.
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1930s Swiss Bauhaus Vintage Black Bag

Pair of Swiss 1950's table lamps by BAG TURGI Switzerland
By BAG Turgi
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A cute pair of table lamps in all original condition. Produced in Switzerland by BAG TURGI
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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Metal

White ivory plastic & black metal 1960s table lamp
By BAG Turgi
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Small table lamp in white/ivory plastic shade and black metal rod structure. Good condition.
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Black Bag

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Desk or Reading Wall Light Movable Chrome Arm and Black Shade
By BAG Turgi
Located in Weiningen, CH
Mid-Century Modern desk or reading wall light movable chrome arm and movable black shade.
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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Black Bag

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Ralph Lauren Black Label "Anna Karenina" Black Cashmere Coat Size 8
By Ralph Lauren Black Label
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Ralph Lauren Black Label "Anna Karenia" black cashmere coat. Named for it seaming and fit and flare
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1990s American Vintage Black Bag

Jude Frances Diamond Cuff Bracelet in 18K White Gold
By Jude Frances
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
-inch wrists comfortably. Excellent condition. Comes with Jude Frances black bag. New retail was $10,750.
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Black Bag

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Jude Frances Diamond Cuff Bracelet 0.28tdw
By Jude Frances
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
wrist. Comes with Jude Frances' black bag. Excellent condition. The original new retail was $10,750.
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Black Bag

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage Geoffrey Beene Beene Bag Grey + Red Plaid Mohair Wool Swing Jacket Coat
By Geoffrey Beene, Beene Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 1980s GEOFFREY BEENE (Beene Bag) grey and red plaid Swing Jacket! Chic wool and mohair
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1980s American Vintage Black Bag

Swiss Outdoor Sconce
By BAG Turgi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large unique exterior wall sconce with lucite fitting details. Having high quality manufacturing, this sconce has a bold personality for exterior spaces. Width: 20"
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20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Black Bag

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Steel, Brass

Swiss Outdoor Sconce
Swiss Outdoor Sconce
H 25.5 in W 36 in
Vintage Black Felt Bag
Located in London, GB
A cut vintage black felt bag that is large enough for todays essentials. The bag has gathering at
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1950s Unknown Vintage Black Bag

Vintage Black Felt Bag
Vintage Black Felt Bag
H 11 in W 11 in D 2 in
Black Ribbed Evening Bag
Located in Alford, MA
An unusual evening bag of vertically ribbed matte black satin with the natural ruffled edge on one
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1970s Unknown Vintage Black Bag

Black Ribbed Evening Bag
Black Ribbed Evening Bag
H 8 in W 8.5 in D 1.5 in
FENDI Black Shiny Leather Bag
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi
Located in Milano, IT
bag is made of beautiful polished black leather, the sleeves are short, so the bag is hand-held. The
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1990s French Vintage Black Bag

Chanel Large Black Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel black printed nylon tote bag featuring a diamond ivory pattern, red lining, long logo zipped
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1990s French Vintage Black Bag

Chanel Large Black Tote Bag
Chanel Large Black Tote Bag
H 10.63 in L 13.39 in
Nina Ricci Black Evening Bag
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Nina Ricci - Evening bag in black passementerie. Additional information: Dimensions: Height: 15
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1970s French Vintage Black Bag

Nina Ricci Black Evening Bag
Nina Ricci Black Evening Bag
H 5.91 in W 7.09 in
Nina Ricci Black Passementerie Bag
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Nina Ricci -Purse bag in black passementerie. Additional information: Dimensions: Height: 21 cm
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1970s French Vintage Black Bag

Nina Ricci Black Passementerie Bag
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Nina Ricci - (Made in France) Black passementerie bag. Additional information: Dimensions: Height
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1980s French Vintage Black Bag

Rodo Black Satin Evening Bag
By Rodo
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Rodo - (Made in Italy) Evening bag in black satin and dark silver metal. Additional information
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1990s Italian Vintage Black Bag

Rodo Black Satin Evening Bag
Rodo Black Satin Evening Bag
H 3.55 in W 6.7 in D 2.17 in
Chanel Black Overstitched Jersey Bag
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Black overstitched jersey bag. Old model. Good condition. To note, wear of the fabric
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1980s French Vintage Black Bag

Chanel Black Overstitched Jersey Bag
Chanel Black Overstitched Jersey Bag
H 6.3 in D 1.97 in L 9.45 in
Chanel Black Quilted Jersey Bag
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Black quilted jersey bag with gold metal attributes. Additional information: Dimensions
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1980s French Vintage Black Bag

Chanel Black Quilted Jersey Bag
Chanel Black Quilted Jersey Bag
H 7.09 in D 2.76 in L 10.63 in
Christian Louboutin Black Shoulder Bag
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Louboutin Black Shoulder Bag. In excellent condition, Measurements: Height - 5.3 Inches
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1990s Vintage Black Bag

Judith Leiber Black Silk Black Rhinestone Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Silk Black Rhinestone Evening Bag in excellent condition. Black silk exterior
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1990s Vintage Black Bag

Chanel Black Beaded Evening Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Complete your evening look with this stunning Chanel bag! Circa 1997-1999, this boxy evening bag is
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1990s Italian Vintage Black Bag

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Vintage Black Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary vintage black bag you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Gray, Beige and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage black bag may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Chanel, Gucci and Hermès each produced a popular version that is worth a look. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Vintage Black Bag?

On average, a vintage black bag on 1stDibs sells for $2,837, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $129,920 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right handbags-purses-bags for You

An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.

Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bagBirkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”

From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.

Questions About Vintage Black Bag
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, some Fendi dust bags are black. The luxury fashion house also uses white, light gray and light beige dust bags for some of its bags, shoes and other accessories. All Fendi dust bags usually have drawstring tops and say "Fendi" or "Fendi Roma." Shop a selection of expertly vetted Fendi accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What is considered a vintage bag may vary based on personal opinion. However, most experts agree that any handbag produced more than 50 years ago is a vintage accessory. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide range of vintage bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    For Chanel bags, any piece produced more than 20 years ago is considered vintage. While Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel began to design handbags during the 1920s, the 2.55, which debuted in February 1955, is an iconic vintage Chanel bag. The brand's best-known bag, the Classic Double Flap bag, includes Chanel's signature quilting and leather interlaced through a chain strap. Chanel Classic flap bags have been going strong since Karl Lagerfeld updated the beloved 2.55 handbag in the 1980s with the addition of the interlocking double Cs on the flap. Other celebrated bag styles are the Gabrielle and Boy bags. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Chanel bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on the bag's material, a vintage Chanel can be quite expensive. For instance, a vintage crocodile top handle bag costs around $130,000. The classic quilted leather bag is around $10,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    The best way to date a vintage Chanel bag depends on how old it is. For bags produced in 1986 or later, you can check the date code. By cross-checking the first two digits in the serial number with information provided by trusted online resources, you can get a rough idea of the year of production. For example, serial numbers starting with zero were produced from 1986 to 1988. If you can't find a serial number in your bag, you can enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance. Find a large selection of vintage Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sometimes. Whether or not a vintage Gucci bag has a serial number depends on its age. From the 1950s to the early 1970s, Gucci stamped bags with model numbers, not serial numbers. Serial numbers arrived in the late 1970s. They appeared on gold tags through the 1980s and on leather tags starting in the 1990s. Find a selection of expertly vetted Gucci bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To tell if a Christian Dior bag is vintage, check for a date code inside. Normally, it appears on a stitched leather tag in the lining. If the date is more than 20 years old, the bag is vintage. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Dior handbags.
  • House of CarverApril 3, 2021
    Vintage Chanel bags can vary in price and at times be worth more than new production Chanel bags. It all depends on the model, condition, age, and rarity of the bag. A vintage Chanel bag in good condition can start at $2,000 and go up to $30,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Several telltale signs allow you to authenticate a vintage Prada bag. Look at the logo for consistency — the Prada logo has a distinctive font, particularly the notch taken out of the “R." Fakes will often leave this detail out. All details, including patterns, fonts and stitching, should be neat and even. Prada uses the highest quality luxury leather to craft its bags, and a plastic-like smell or rough texture could indicate the bag is a fake. Find a collection of expertly-vetted Prada bags from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Louis Vuitton repairs vintage bags at all of their retail locations. Unless the product is under warranty or is defective,however, the repair will come at a price.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An authentic Gucci bag often has a serial number stitched on a tag in the bag's interior. Gucci serial numbers don't contain letters, and any letters present in the serial number are an indication that your bag is a fake. Check the bag for any signs of messy craftsmanship — luxury goods have impeccable stitching and stray threads are a warning sign. Ensure the hardware is of good quality and not rusted or chipped. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Gucci bags from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, some vintage Chanel bags have real gold on their chain straps and hardware. Specifically, Chanel utilized 24-karat gold alloy plating on its pieces prior to 2008. After that, Chanel switched to a gold-tone metal that doesn't contain pure gold. Shop a selection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 29, 2020

    No, vintage Hermès Constance bags do not have serial numbers. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a Pierre Balmain vintage bag is authentic, first check the hardware. Balmain often stamped the brand name onto zipper pulls and fasteners. The lettering should appear crisp and evenly spaced. Balmain's tags changed greatly over time. Compare the ones in your bag to images of authenticated pieces available online. Shop a range of expertly vetted Pierre Balmain bags on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to tell if your vintage Pierre Balmain is real. Authentic Pierre Balmain bags are made with brand tags, authenticity labels and serial numbers. Always purchase Balmain jackets from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a collection of authentic Pierre Balmain from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

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