Vintage handbag 1950-1960
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
UNKNOWN - Black silk handbag. Engraved golden metal fastening with an Eastern style and transparent
Vintage handbag 1950-1960
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
UNKNOWN - Black silk handbag. Engraved golden metal fastening with an Eastern style and transparent
Vintage 1950's French Floral Beaded Clutch Bag 1950's Beaded floral handbag
Located in Nashville, TN
A true beauty to behold, this original 1950's micro beaded clutch bag, rendered in the smallest
Black 1950's Handbag with Gold Trim
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Understated elegance is the best way to describe this 1950's handbag finished in black.There is an
$250Sale Price|28% Off
Large 1950's Coconut Straw Novelty Tote Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
Step into summer with a fun and functional 1950's straw tote handbag. The exotic design will
Prototype by Christian Dior, a Handbag in gold-stamped suede - Paris Circa 1950
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1950 - France Elegant prototype evening handbag by Christian Dior (Attributed to) dating from
1950 Koret Tresor Stunning Floral Beaded Handbag In Green & Blue On White Ground
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1950 Koret Tresor Stunning Floral Beaded Handbag In Green & Blue On White Background. Absolutely
$328Sale Price|26% Off
Vintage Handbag in black, red, cognac colored Chenille with 2 handles, 1950 USA
By Garay
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A fun young bag from the USA with 2 handles made of printed velvet. It is lined with black rep on the inside, has a zipper and an open compartment opposite. It is located under the z...
Vintage Corde Clutch Handbag
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage clutch handbag by Corde.This large brown envelope bag has a flap over front with a
Rialto NY Grey Lucite Vintage Handbag
By Rialto
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rialto NY Grey Lucite Vintage Handbag. This Rialto NY 1950's Grey Handbag is a stunning piece to
Vintage 1950 Rhinestone Mini Purse
Located in London, GB
vintage condition. Brand: Nordic Poetry Colour: Silver, crystal Year / Season: 1950's handbag Fabric
Gucci Vintage Navy Leather Clutch - GHW - Circa 1950's
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci Vintage Navy Leather Clutch - GHW - Circa 1950's. The beautiful vintage clutch is in
Marbleized Gray Bakelite Purse, 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Marbleized Gray Bakelite Purse from the 1950's. Unusual shape with curved handles decorated with
Vintage Off White Pearlized Lucite Top Handle Handbag
By Llewellyn
Located in North Miami, FL
This very chic vintage 1950's top handle handbag is off white pearlized lucite by a company from
Vintage 1950's Gold Glitter Lucite Box Bag Vintage 1950's Gold Metal Box Bag
Located in Nashville, TN
This breathtaking 1950's lucite and gold toned metal box bag, with the most interesting cut out
$475Sale Price|29% Off
1950s Princess Charming by Atlas Vinyl Wicker Horse Themed Handbag
By Atlas
Located in University City, MO
1950s Princess Charming by Atlas vinyl wicker horse themed handbag The charming retro handbag is
Jean Bernard Figural Black Suede Bag, Paris 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Charming Jean Bernard Figural black suede bag from Paris, 1950's. Black fluted half moon shape with
White Lucite Handbag -Book piece Top handle Wilardy Dooner 1960s
Located in Wallkill, NY
handbag with a Stunning Pearl and Crystal Decorative clasp. Measuring 10 WIDE X 5 DEEP X 7 TALL --6
1950s Round Navy & Silver Metallic Crochet Summer Handbag W/ Wooden Beading
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Round Navy & Silver Metallic Crochet Drawstring Summer Handbag W/ Wooden Beading. Resin
1950s Black & Cream Crochet Drawstring Pouch Handbag W Stripes & Square Beads
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Black & Cream Crochet Drawstring Pouch Handbag W Stripes & Square Beads. Bullseye-resin
Bobbie Jerome 1950s Sculptural Velvet Handbag with Bakelite Handles
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich black silk velvet handbag with rounded deep orange Bakelite top handles. It has a
Black Beaded and Floral Tapestry Embroidered Handbag circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Beautiful black beaded handbag featuring floral tapestry embroidery, and gold plated fittings
1950s Dark Brown Crocodile Handbag with Gold-Tone Hardware - Leather Lined
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Dark Brown Crocodile Handbag with Gold-Tone Hardware - Leather Lined: A great size brown
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
Schitz Paris Rare Black Crocodile Handbag with Gold Hardware 1953.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Schitz, Paris rare black crocodile frame handbag with gold hardware from 1953. Schitz was a leather
Exquisite 1950s Saks Fifth Ave. Seed Beaded Floral Motif Handbag w Jeweled Frame
By For Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Gresham, OR
Exquisite 1950s Saks Fifth Ave. Seed Beaded Floral Motif Handbag w Jeweled Frame: A striking color
Modernist Mahogany Gloss Geometric Center Cut Medium Alligator Handbag, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
square and points meant progress. An icon of mid-century style, this classic geometric handbag not only
Gilded Etched Gold Tone Hardware Frame Micro Beaded "Roses" Handbag
Located in New York, NY
inch. The handbag measures 8 inches in height. Gilded gold hardware chain stands at 7 inches. Some
A hand embroidered handbag, depicting a rustic scene, Morabito, Paris, 1950s
By Morabito
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A beautifully hand stitched and sewn handbag with a charming antique rustic scene with two figures
1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetric Closure
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetrical Closure. Inner lining and
Josef Attrib. Silk Brocade Chinoiserie Handbag w Cabochon Studded Flap, 1950s
By Bags by Josef
Located in Tucson, AZ
Subtly striking, this exquisite silk handbag features a muted Chinoiserie motif that would be
Vintage 1950's Mauve Satin Rhinestone Evening Bag Cocktail bag 1950s purse
Located in Nashville, TN
This beautiful 1950's mauve coloured satin handbag, decorated with an ornate frame is the perfect
Vintage 1950's Lucite and Brass filigree box bag pearlescent lucite box bag
Located in Nashville, TN
original 1950's lucite box bag, is sure to be a favourite in your handbag collection. The elegant flat
1950s Black Glossy Patent Handbag with Faux Tortoise Shell Handles and Frame
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Black Glossy Patent Handbag with Faux Tortoise Shell Handles and Frame: Classic 1950s style
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
Tri-Tone Straw Woven Square Structured Handbag With Brass Toggle Closure, 1950s
Located in Gresham, OR
A smart 1950s tri-tone woven straw structured handbag. Square shape with a brass toggle closure at
Vintage bag hand-embroidered light green and leather from the 1950, USA
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A hand embroidered bag all around. Colorful roses with buds and leaves on a light green background. Inside lined light leather with a zipper compartment and 3 other compartments. The...
$450Sale Price|40% Off
Lilac Beaded Evening Bag with Caviar Beadwork circa 1950
Located in New Hope, PA
Lilac sequins are sewn in a circular pattern on to to liac silk crepe. This is then rebeaded with loops of caviar beads in shades of lilac to pale pink in a floral or grape cluster ...
Hermès Red Box Leather Suitcase, 1950 Circa
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paris, 24 Rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré. 1950 Circa. Additional information: Condition: Good condition
Black Satin Scarf and Evening Clutch Set with Gold Embroidery – 53”, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
When no self-respecting woman left the house with mismatched accessories comes this matching scarf and evening clutch set. Just the thing to make your favorite little black dress any...
$520Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Diamond Patterned Brown Alligator Clutch Mid Century Modern
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely vintage mid century modern diamond patterned alligator clutch has gold toned hardware and closure. The different tones of brown supple alligator leather make this textura...
Coppola e Toppo Ruby Crystal Beaded Clutch
By Coppola e Toppo
Located in New York, NY
Rare Coppola e Toppo Ruby Crystal Beaded Clutch from the 1950's. Highly unusual, completely hand
Vintage Black Inside-out Leather Clutch Bag
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Unknown - Black inside-out leather bag decorated with pearls, and an openwork golden metal fastener decorated with glass paste cabochons. Additional information: Condition: Good con...
Elegant Hand Embroidered and Beaded Chinoiserie Clutch
Located in New York, NY
cabochons. Lined in silk satin with gold lame cording with original mirror. 1950's France. 10" x 6" 1.25".
Black Leather Clutch Bag with Engraved Metal
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Black leather clutch with engraved metal. Additional information: Condition: Decent condition Dimensions: Length: 21 cm - Height: 17 cm - Depth: 4.5 cm Seller Reference: S257
Elegant Tury, Paris Pave Rhinestone Clutch
Located in New York, NY
"fabric" is laid over a butter cream satin with lame tinsel trimmed edges. Exquisite quality. 1950's
Gucci Vintage 1955 Metallic Purple Lizard Clutch
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci 1955 metallic purple lizard clutch - collectors item. Features signature horsebit detailing, lizard leather skin, detachable chain strap with Gucci branded magnetic closure an...
$487Sale Price|25% Off
1950s White Pearl Bead Encrusted Vintage Bridal Wedding Vintage 50s Clutch Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful midcentury 1950s pearl encrusted clutch ! Features hundreds of hand-sewn pearls and beads throughout. The perfect size can fit a smartphone and some makeup. Would be perfec...
Elegant Silk Clutch with Ruby Clasp
Located in New York, NY
. Lined in peach silk satin with multiple compartments. USA 1950's. Excellent condition. 9" x 5.5" x 2".
Rug Patterned Needlepoint Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Attractive handworked needlepoint clutch patterned as an antique rug. Satin lined. USA 1950's. 5" x
1950s Large Gold Beaded Silk Hong Kong Made Vintage 50s Evening Clutch Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s golden fully beaded evening clutch ! Features thousands of hand-sewn beads throughout the entire bag. Lined in yellow satin. One large zipper compartment inside, alon...
Large Maroon Lizard Clutch
Located in Alford, MA
Large envelope clutch of maroon lizard with interested latch closure. Lined in camel suede. Compartmentalized interior. Most likely made in Argentina.
French Bezel Set Crystal Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual clutch purse with minaudiere fittings for powder, lipstick and mirror. There us also an additional satin pocket in the interior.
Beautifully crafted in France of satin...
Beaded and Embroidered Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Lovely silk satin clutch which is rembroidered with metallic threads, floral sprays, beads and pearls. The edges are piped in gold kid leather.
Can be used with bow handle or ...
Novelty Stirrup Handled Calf Skin Bag
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Stirrup Handle Bag, with silvertoned metal fittings. Made of golden mottled pony or calf skin with tan leather strap, snap closure and top stitched leather covered buckle. Ha...
Mid Century Italian Straw and Raffia Figural Bag
Located in New York, NY
Super Unusual Italian Straw and Raffia Figural Bag from the 1950's. Designed in a triangular form
1950s Suede Minaudiere Compact Evening Bag with Medallion Front
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black suede minaudiere compact wallet evening bag. It has a top handle with suede fringe tassels on the ends, a gold metal top snap button closing and frame, and a detai...
$1,074Sale Price|45% Off
40s/50s Rare Gucci Vintage Travel Bag
By Gucci
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Extremely rare Gucci vintage travel suitcase/bag 40's/50's Period Leather and textile Beige color GG Logo Double handle Zip closure Two external zip pockets Internal large pocket Cm ...
Vintage Elizabeth Arden Leather Beauty Case.
By Elizabeth Arden
Located in London, GB
A wonderful vintage leather beauty case by Elizabeth Arden. In a tan leather , the case has a leather handle and two locks. it has the initials JML. The interior is lined in pink fab...
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 bag — Birkin, 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.
Before the Birkin there was the Haut à Courroies, which has become the chic carryall of choice for the league's most stylish athletes.
Accented with a sculptural golden handle and a pair of swishy tassels, the design never went into production.
These celebrities prove that the famous design works with both sleek dresses and streetwear.
Fashion designers are revisiting and reimagining the era's It bags.
The sale sets a new record for the highly coveted handbag.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.
On the purse’s anniversary, we reflect on its remarkable versatility.