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What is an evening bag called?

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What is an evening bag called?
An evening bag can also be called a reticule or an indispensable. It was a small handbag, popular in the late 17th century and early 18th century. On 1stDibs, you can find vintage and contemporary handbags from some of the top sellers around the world.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Léo Miller beaded bag
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ANONYMOUS -Small pink bag embroidered with Leo Miller beads. Condition: Good condition Dimensions : Width: about 20 cm - Height: 17 cm - Handle: 35 cm - Depth: 5 cm SKU:S934
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1950s European Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950s Koret Coral Seed Beaded Handbag w Seed Bead Loop Fringed Bottom
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Koret coral color seed beaded handbag with beaded handle, seed bead looped fringe bottom and cobalt blue silk satin lining.
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

Swarovski Crystal Beaded Calfskin Leather Clutch
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning Daniel Swarovski crystal beaded clutch has tan buff calfskin leather with a light purple silk interior.
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Early 2000s Austrian Clutches

Chanel Black Beaded Evening Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Circa 1997-1999, this boxy evening bag is crafted from black satin and features a black beaded motif on both sides, a black rope shoulder strap, and a Chanel embossed top closure.
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1990s Italian Shoulder Bags

Vintage 1920's Beaded Evening Bag 1920's Flapper Purse Blue and Red Beaded Bag
Located in Nashville, TN
This beautiful 1920's beaded bag, showcases the most intricate and beautiful beadwork.
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1920s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Michael Powolny Attributed WW Beaded Bag
Located in Sharon, CT
A fine beaded bag with Putties, wreaths and floral sprays on a white field.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières

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