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Period: Early 20th Century
Louis Vuitton Rare "Aero" Trunk
Located in London, GB
For sale a highly collectible and rare antique Louis Vuitton "Aero" trunk, dating back to the 1920s. This exquisite piece is part of the lightweight series of Louis Vuitton trunks, as prominently featured in the renowned "100 Legendary Trunks" book. It stands out as a testament to the brand's history of innovation and luxury. The "Aero" trunk showcases the iconic LV monogram canvas, a timeless design that has become synonymous with the Louis Vuitton legacy...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Antique Louis Vuitton Picnic Motor Trunk
Located in London, GB
In Luxury We Trust is delighted to present an extraordinary opportunity to own an extremely rare trunk, the largest picnic trunk ever crafted by Louis Vuitton, designed to cater to s...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

An embroidered floral silk and ivorine framed small handbag, English, 1920s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An exquisite and unique little handbag, with a carved Bakelite and hand coloured frame, in a stylised floral motif, with a beautifully coloured si...
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British Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1910s Louis Vuitton Monogram Courier Steamer Trunk
Located in London, GB
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the luxury and elegance of the early 20th century with this stunning 1910s Louis Vuitton Trunk. This exquisite piece is a testament to the t...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1920s Louis Vuitton Leather Case With Royal Provenance and Genuine Cover
Located in London, GB
Step into a realm of regal luxury and timeless elegance with this unparalleled Louis Vuitton cowhide leather case/trunk, a remarkable treasure from the 1920s that stands as a testame...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1920 Louis Vuitton Cowhide Leather Hatbox Trunk
Located in London, GB
Immerse yourself in the unmatched elegance and timeless allure of the Roaring Twenties with this exquisite 1920s Louis Vuitton Custom Hatbox. A rare find for collectors and connoisse...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1910s Louis Vuitton Mahogany Toolbox Trunk
Located in London, GB
A Louis Vuitton mahogany toolbox with brass hardware in very good condition, same rare model as the one featured in "100 Legendary Trunks" book of Louis Vuitton. Condition Report: V...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

A Bakelite frame and silk handbag with 'bird and fish' motif, French, 1920s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An exquisite handbag. Using an original 1920s French celluloid frame, a beautiful crafted handbag of original black patterned silk has been made anew for the bag. The frame imitates carved ivory (as did many early celluloid/Bakelite pieces from the 1920s, think of the jewelled snake bracelets...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

A charming fine petit point handbag, with a 'rose/floral' design, French, 1920s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A charming and highly attractive handbag, perfect for evening or that special occasion. the needlepoint is of the highest and finest quality with roses and a variety of other flowers...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Antique Louis Vuitton Double Wardrobe Trunk Monogram Steamer Malle Armoire
Located in London, GB
For sale is a rare and exquisite antique Louis Vuitton Double Wardrobe Trunk, a true collector's item that embodies the luxury and craftsmanship o...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1900s Louis Vuitton Monogram Cabin Trunk
Located in London, GB
The 1900s Louis Vuitton cabin trunk is an evocative artifact that weaves tales of grandeur, history, and an era of opulent travels. At first glance, it presents itself as more than...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Hand-embroidered evening bag, petit point, brass bag hanger around 1900, Germany
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A hand embroidered evening bag with petit point embroidery all around. Front and back as well as the side stripes. Petit point is a fine magnifying glass work, The bag was embroidered in Germany at the turn of the century. Around 19th century. This evening bag is in perfect condition . Dimensions: Bags width 21 cm, height 20 cm, depth 3 cm Bag hanger...
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European Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Fendi Beaded & Lizard Skin Baguette Bag
Located in London, GB
Fendi Beaded & Lizard Skin Baguette Bag From the 190's is this rare bag which is fully adorned with orange, black and white beading. Flap front with magnetic closure and peach ton...
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Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1907 Chain Metal Purse
Located in Greenport, NY
1907 Chain Metal Purse "J.E. Mathuss 1907" Width: 5" Length: 5" Length with Chain: 11.5"
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Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Prada Ivory 90s Vitello Daino Leather Shoulder Hobo
Located in Atlanta, GA
Timeless as can be! Carry her to coffee or wherever your heart desires, crafted in ivory vitello daino leather, silvertone hardware, the fashion house's signature logo to the front, ...
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Italian Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage Sterling silver filigree purse, Shamrock
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning vintage Art Deco era silver evening purse. The body is made up from intricately woven 925 sterling silver in a fascinating and eye catching filigree design. The purse has a silver chain handle and snaps shut at the front. It has a pretty shamrock floral design to the front. A beautiful and well designed little vintage purse...
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British Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Edwardian Beauvais Embroidered Bag
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Edwardian Beauvais Embroidered Bag from the turn of the 20th century in France. Lavishly hand embroidered with roses on black silk faille wi...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Art Deco Jeweled Czech Minaudiere
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Art Deco Jeweled Czech Minaudiere from the 1920's. A bronze filigree cage is set with paste jewels and enamel with a black velvet backing in th...
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Czech Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage Art Deco Black Suede Handbag
Located in London, GB
A chic hexaganol shape Art Deco handbag in black suede. The bag has a decorative art deco clasp and is lined in fabric with one internal pouch pocket an...
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English Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1920s Goyard Library Trunk in Iconic Chevron Canvas
Located in London, GB
The 1920s Goyard Library Trunk is a sublime piece of artistry, steeped in history and resonating with the aura of a bygone era. Dressed in Goyard's iconic Chevron canvas, the trunk...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1920s Louis Vuitton Cowhide Leather Cabin Trunk
Located in London, GB
The 1920s Louis Vuitton Cowhide Leather Cabin Trunk is a magnificent artifact, evoking a bygone era where the elegance of travel and personal style walked hand in hand. This trunk, w...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Prada Pink Lizard Lucertola Mini Bag
Located in Atlanta, GA
This mini Prada purse is the perfect standout evening bag to spice up your look! The bag is crafted in pink and black lizard leather with silver hardware and a single adjustable flat...
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Italian Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage Art Deco Handbag
Located in London, GB
The best things do come in small sizes. This evening bag has a gold decorative frame, with a central clasp , and internally there is one pouch pocket. Measurements: Width 6'', height...
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Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Edwardian Jeweled Pale Green Trinity Plate Needlepoint Minaudière Handbag, 1900s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Equally as coveted by the well-bred Victorienne as by the gin-baby flapper, Trinity Plate reticules and minaudières were THE accessory of choice for fash...
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American Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1930s Genuine Alligator Vanity Train Case Lined in Snakeskin w Inserts & Key
Located in Portland, OR
This exceptional vintage alligator train case once belonged to an elegant Countess who lived in London and Manhattan from the late 1800's through the mid 20th Century. She traveled w...
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European Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Art Nouveau Black Silk Velvet & Fringed Handbag w Braid Strap & Tassels
Located in Gresham, OR
Art Nouveau Black Silk Velvet & Fringed Handbag w Braid Strap & Tassels: Kiss-clasp antique metal frame. A goth dream that fits a cellphone and mo...
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American Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Art Deco Jeweled Bakelite Flapper Minaudiere
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Jeweled Bakelite Minaudiere. Black Celluloid with blue bakelite fittings and sapphire crystal inlay. Large black silk tassel conceals lipstick...
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American Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1910s Beaded Multi Colored Steel Bead Evening Bag W Beaded Fringe
Located in Portland, OR
This 1910's antique handbag is such a beautiful example of a higher end finely beaded bag from that time period! This exquisite Edwardian evening bag i...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1920s Goyard Cabin Trunk
Located in London, GB
The 1920s Goyard Cabin Trunk is a distinguished artifact from a golden era, exuding timeless elegance and impeccable craftsmanship. Representing the...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

19thc 24k Gold Over Sterling Mesh Bag
Located in Pasadena, CA
24k Gold Over Sterling Mesh Bag Signed Augule Germaine April 1919, Other side has Argent Lekube Inscribed. Wonderful Mesh design and a great strong feel...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

French Art Deco Cream, Pale Grey and Dark Grey Beaded Bag with Mirror
Located in London, GB
French Art Deco bag in neutral colours of creamy white, pale grey and shimmering dark grey beads. Measuring 14 cm / 5.5 inches by 9.1 cm / 3.58 inches. The ba...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Chanel Vintage Beige Lambskin Single Flap Bag
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1004 Brand Chanel Serial No. 17**** Color Beige Date Approx. 1990s Metal Gold Material Lambskin Measurements Approx. 24 x 15 x 7 cm Condition Excellent Comes with Chanel Dus...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1920s Louis Vuitton Flower Trunk "Malle Fleurs" in Rare Blue Colour
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare “Malle Fleurs“ (flower trunk) made by Louis Vuitton in the 1920s finished in extremely rare blue colour. The only one available in the ...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1920s Louis Vuitton Vuittonite Cabin Trunk
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Vuittonite cabin trunk finished in iconic orange waterproof canvas with brass stamped hardware, leather trim and leather handles. Condition Report: Good condition Ple...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Extraordinary hand coloured celluoid frame and moire silk 'rose' handbag, French
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very rare and outstanding yellow silk moire handbag, topped with a beautiful and intact hand painted celluloid 'rose', with green leaves. Handbags with these highly decorative and ...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Chanel Vintage 90's Runway Collector COCO CHANEL Gold Letters Belt Necklace Rare
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage 90's Runway Collector COCO CHANEL Gold Letters Belt Necklace Rare Vintage Chanel belt from 1993 featured in gold with black leather...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Exceptional 1920's Czech Egyptian Revival Jeweled Mesh Purse
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful, large 1920's Czech Jeweled Mesh Purse of the largest scale and finest quality relined by famed, Art Bag of Madison Ave. NY. Jeweled frame with faux lapis pate de verre mol...
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Czech Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1910s Edwardian Alligator Chatelaine Purse
Located in San Francisco, CA
1910s Edwardian Alligator Chatelaine Purse. Brown Alligator Chatelaine purse with strap and clip. Made to be clipped on to a belt.
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Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Exquisite Glass Hand Beaded Flower Evening Bag ca 1920s
Located in University City, MO
Exquisite glass hand beaded flower evening bag ca 1920s The opulent glass beaded evening purse is embellished with rows of tiny micro glass beads ...
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Unknown Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1920s Grey Beaded Beggar Bag
Located in San Francisco, CA
1920s Grey Beaded Beggar Bag H 7
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Unknown Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Louis Vuitton Doctors Bag Sac Cabine Rare Antique Travel Case Black Early 20th C
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Antique Louis Vuitton Sac Cabine Black Doctors Bag, likely made in the early 20th C. Made from black textured grain leather, it opens like a doctor's bag with two hinged pieces and ...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Edwardian Beaded Crystal Purse
Located in New York, NY
Charming Edwardian Beaded Crystal Evening Purse from the early part of the 20th Century. Elaborate bead work depicting a flower basket is set on a base of crystal pastes hand set in...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

A striking semi precious/precious jewelled framed velvet handbag, Italy, 1920s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A gently, elegantly curved frame is set with white spinels, citrines, emeralds and synthetic sapphires, in a frame of silver (it is marked 'Made In Italy'...
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Italian Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Louis Vuitton Large Wardrobe Steamer Trunk Monogram Travel Case Early 20th C
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Here's an impressive Louis Vuitton Large Wardrobe Steamer Trunk Travel Case from the early 20th C. Made from Vuitton's monogram canvas, the interior features 6 drawers, 8 full hangers, 3 pant hangers, 1 cloth screen and a removable velveteen lined storage box. While designed for travel, this piece is perfect for use within the home/interior design. Note that this trunk still retains two travel stickers from American Export...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Art Deco Green Enamel English Sterling Silver Compact by Turner & Simpson
Located in Miami Beach, FL
English Art Deco sterling silver compact by Turner & Simpson, 1934. Features a round green engine-turned guilloche enamel sunburst lid with an etched dot and line frame; inside is a ...
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British Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Borsa A Tracolla Chanel Maxi Jumbo In Pelle Liscia Oro 1989/1991
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Borsa firmata Chanel, modello Maxi Jumbo, linea vintage Big Logo, realizzata in pelle liscia trapuntata color oro con hardware dorati. Dotata di una patta con chiusura a girello con ...
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Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

An unusual Bakelite frame and silk 'butterfly' handbag, English, 1920s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An exquisite handbag. Using an original 1920s celluloid frame, a beautiful crafted handbag of a combination of original black and cream silk has been made anew for the bag. The frame...
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British Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Antique Swiss silver chatelaine purse, coin purse
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning antique Swiss silver chatelaine purse. The body is made up from intricately woven 925 sterling silver mesh and it has five little beads su...
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Swiss Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Antique French silver coin purse, Chatelaine purse, mesh
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning antique French silver coin purse. The body is made up from intricately woven and delicate 800 silver mesh. The base of the purse feature...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

A rare hand coloured celluloid and silk velvet 'rose' handbag, France, 1920s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A real collector's piece, and conversation point, this highly imaginative and charming handbag design is a rarity, and is wonderful to use and wear. The centre of the 'rose' pulls to one side, releasing the catch, hence allowing the bag to open. The top is made from delicately hand curled 'petals' of coloured celluloid, the actual frame in dark green is robust and strong, with stronger green leaves, underlying the 'bloom'. The bag is made from mole brown silk velvet, with a black 'ruffled' trim highlight. Many bakelite and celluloid bags...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Unusual 1920s Lucite Frame Satin Bag
Located in Boca Raton, FL
From the 1920s, this unusual evening clutch is elegant and timeless at once. Done in black satin with black satin handles, it has a fabulous, ruffled, clear Lucite standup frame that is thick and sturdy. The black satin is pleated where it meets the top of the Lucite frame, giving this bag a sumptuous, formal feel. The design is reminiscent of the popular satin Ascot bag by The Row, minus the frame, which is a testament to just how timeless this black satin bag...
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American Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Victorian Etched Silver Belt Buckle with Jade, Ruby, Emeralds and Pearls
Located in New York, NY
Custom, One-of-a-kind, Magnificently detailed Victorian Silver Belt buckle finely etched with swirls of leaves and gently waves, accented with an oval jade, four emeralds, ruby and 1...
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English Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Early 20th Century Deco Green Enamel Sterling Silver Compact
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco sterling silver compact featuring a square green enamel center with an engine-turned frame and back. The compact opens to a mirror (cr...
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Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage Gold , Bronze and Cream Sequin Purse
Located in London, GB
A great vintage sequin evening purse in gold, bronze and cream. The purse is lined in satin with one pouch pocket. Measurements: width 8'', height 5''
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Unknown Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

1920S Metal Bag With Black Crystals & Crossbody
Located in New York, NY
1920S 1920'S Metal Bag With Black Crystals & Crossbody
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Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage Italian travel trunk cabinet brass and leather
Located in Milano, IT
Large Vintage Italian 20th century Italian travel trunk cabinet, presumed to be around 1920s. Made of beige colored canvas on the outside, with st...
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Italian Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Old Hand Tooled Leather Moroccan Satchel Bag
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Old leather African Moroccan satchel bag with flap decorated with tribal embroideries. Hand-tooled in Marrakech, this is an old antique man shoulder slim bag...
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Moroccan Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

French Art Deco Coral Rose Evening Clutch Bag
Located in New York, NY
French Art Deco Anglo Indian evening clutch bag composed of a patchwork of 19th century silk lame sari fabrics of various floral patterns with clasp of a...
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French Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

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