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Vintage 1950's French Floral Beaded Clutch Bag 1950's Beaded floral handbag
Vintage 1950's French Floral Beaded Clutch Bag 1950's Beaded floral handbag

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 iridescent white rocaille beads, accented by a raised scalloped pattern throughout, in...

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1950s Clutches

1950's French Mid Century Modern Formed Glass Bag and Tent Chandelier - Baccarat
1950's French Mid Century Modern Formed Glass Bag and Tent Chandelier - Baccarat

1950's French Mid Century Modern Formed Glass Bag and Tent Chandelier - Baccarat

By Baccarat

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Spectacular 1950's Mid Century Modern Formed Glass Empire style Bag and Tent Chandelier/ Pendant Fixture unmarked Baccarat France.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Art Glass

Jean Bernard Figural Black Suede Bag, Paris 1950's
Jean Bernard Figural Black Suede Bag, Paris 1950's

Jean Bernard Figural Black Suede Bag, Paris 1950's

Located in New York, NY

Faille lining with various compartments. 8.5" x 4.5" x 1.5", Handle 5" loop. 1950's France.

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1950s French Novelty Bags

Hermès bag 1950s-1960s
Hermès bag 1950s-1960s

Hermès bag 1950s-1960s

By Hermès

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

HERMÈS - (Made in France) Navy-blue box leather and marled beige H canvas bag with a gold-plated fasterner on a flap.

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950s Leather Bag with Decorations and Golden Metal Clasp
1950s Leather Bag with Decorations and Golden Metal Clasp

1950s Leather Bag with Decorations and Golden Metal Clasp

Located in Marbella, ES

1950s Leather Bag with Decorations and Golden Metal Clasp.

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Mid-20th Century French Collectible Jewelry

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Leather

Merlot Leather Bag With Custom LOVE Graffiti Art, 1950s
Merlot Leather Bag With Custom LOVE Graffiti Art, 1950s

Merlot Leather Bag With Custom LOVE Graffiti Art, 1950s

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s Merlot leather handbag with hand-painted custom LOVE graffiti art. Original working locks and keys included. Custom-made in France in 1950s.

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1950s French Top Handle Bags

Longchamps Paris Ivory Floral Micro Bead Evening Bag w Chain Handle, 1950s
Longchamps Paris Ivory Floral Micro Bead Evening Bag w Chain Handle, 1950s

Longchamps Paris Ivory Floral Micro Bead Evening Bag w Chain Handle, 1950s

By Longchamps

Located in Tucson, AZ

A rare Longchamps--not Longchamp--evening purse made even more noteworthy by its swirling micro bead pattern, punctuated by delicate pink and blue pavé flowers. A diminutive but powe...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

BOUCHERON, 1940s-1950s Beauty Kit Gold Silver Rubies with Bag and Box
BOUCHERON, 1940s-1950s Beauty Kit Gold Silver Rubies with Bag and Box

BOUCHERON, 1940s-1950s Beauty Kit Gold Silver Rubies with Bag and Box

By Boucheron

Located in Paris, FR

Signed “BOUCHERON PARIS”.
French work, diamond and square hallmarks from the HELLUIN ET MATTLINGER Workshop.

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Vanity Items

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Ruby, Gold, Silver

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French 1950s Fabric Display Mannequin with Hat and Bag
French 1950s Fabric Display Mannequin with Hat and Bag

French 1950s Fabric Display Mannequin with Hat and Bag

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H 47.25 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

French 1950s Fabric Display Mannequin with Hat and Bag

Located in Sydney, NSW

French 1950s Minature Mannequin, a Retail Fabric Display Stand with the straw hat and bag

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Mid-20th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Leather Top Handle Vintage Bag / Purse, 1950s
Leather Top Handle Vintage Bag / Purse, 1950s

Leather Top Handle Vintage Bag / Purse, 1950s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vintage 1950s handbag in reptile skin leather is an exquisite piece of craftsmanship. Warm chocolate brown color with brass clasp and hardware. Two sturdy horseshoe handles. The pur...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Rare Large Jolles of Paris 1950s Poodle bag
Rare Large Jolles of Paris 1950s Poodle bag

Rare Large Jolles of Paris 1950s Poodle bag

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H 14.57 in W 8.67 in D 3.15 in

Rare Large Jolles of Paris 1950s Poodle bag

Located in Daylesford, Victoria

Handbag, by "Jolles", Paris, France, decorated in form of a Poodle. These are individually made, and the Poodle is created from lace and diamantes, and the beads are randomly set for...

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1950s French Novelty Bags

Jacques Adnet Black Stitched Leather Bag on Metal Base, 1950s Unusual Creation
Jacques Adnet Black Stitched Leather Bag on Metal Base, 1950s Unusual Creation

Jacques Adnet Black Stitched Leather Bag on Metal Base, 1950s Unusual Creation

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Aix En Provence, FR

Rare black stitched leather box designed by Jacques Adnet in France in 1950s. It rests on a black metal structure and also has a leather tray.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal, Brass

Amusing French Straw Figural Bag 1950's.
Amusing French Straw Figural Bag 1950's.

Amusing French Straw Figural Bag 1950's.

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H 15 in W 11 in D 2.5 in

Amusing French Straw Figural Bag 1950's.

Located in New York, NY

Charming French straw beach bag from the 1950's. Embroidered straw with plastic gusset and trim.

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1950s French Handbags and Purses

1950's Hermes Black Box Leather Piano Bag
1950's Hermes Black Box Leather Piano Bag

1950's Hermes Black Box Leather Piano Bag

By Hermès

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1950’s Hermes black box leather Piano bag with gold hardware. The accordion style bag has a front flap with a notched detail and gold plated square closures. A gentle pull on the fro...

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1950s French Top Handle Bags

Silver Hermès Bag Pill Box, 1950s France
Silver Hermès Bag Pill Box, 1950s France

Silver Hermès Bag Pill Box, 1950s France

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H 0.98 in W 0.94 in D 0.625 in

Silver Hermès Bag Pill Box, 1950s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mini Hermès pill box in the shape of the iconic Bolide Bag. This small bag is made from sterling silver, and opens up from the bottom of the bag. "Hermès Made in France" signature en...

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Vintage 1950s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Silver

Hermès Kelly Bag Pill Box, 1950s France
Hermès Kelly Bag Pill Box, 1950s France

Hermès Kelly Bag Pill Box, 1950s France

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H 2 in W 1.75 in D 0.625 in

Hermès Kelly Bag Pill Box, 1950s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mini Hermés pill box in the shape of the iconic Kelly Bag. This tiny sterling silver jewel opens up from the front. Originally made as a pill box, but can be used as a small accessor...

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Vintage 1950s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Metal

Rare Louis Vuitton Travel Bag, 1950s USA
Rare Louis Vuitton Travel Bag, 1950s USA

Rare Louis Vuitton Travel Bag, 1950s USA

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Louis Vuitton cosmetic bag, 1960s. Perfect for toiletries while traveling or for money and important documents. Also, great little accessory for storing makeup in your purse. Comes w...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

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Brass

Vintage Black Alligator Handbag, Circa 1950's
Vintage Black Alligator Handbag, Circa 1950's

Vintage Black Alligator Handbag, Circa 1950's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This black alligator handbag has one main compartment with one internal open pocket, and open zipped. It has gold detail on the closure, handles, and top corners. It measures: 6" hig...

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1950s French Handbags and Purses

Renaud Pellegrino 1950s Vintage Crocodile Briefcase Bag
Renaud Pellegrino 1950s Vintage Crocodile Briefcase Bag

Renaud Pellegrino 1950s Vintage Crocodile Briefcase Bag

By Renaud Pellegrino

Located in London, GB

Exquisitely crafted briefcase in crocodile leather with gold tone hardware dating back to the 1950's. Featuring a black leather interior with one zipped and one open pocket. Colo...

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Late 20th Century French Briefcases and Attachés

1950s Vintage Black Crocodile Structured Top Handle Bag
1950s Vintage Black Crocodile Structured Top Handle Bag

1950s Vintage Black Crocodile Structured Top Handle Bag

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Classic and very chic crocodile handbag from the 1950's made in France exclusively for Creeds, a historic Canadian department store. Structured with a double top handles and the inte...

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1950s French Tote Bags

Vintage Hermes Bucket Feed Bag Seau Mangeoire PM Black Box Leather 1950s
Vintage Hermes Bucket Feed Bag Seau Mangeoire PM Black Box Leather 1950s

Vintage Hermes Bucket Feed Bag Seau Mangeoire PM Black Box Leather 1950s

By Hermès

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Authentic, preowned, vintage Hermes Bucket Feed Bag Seau Mangeoire PM in black box leather, likely made in the late 50s. A unique vintage bag with strategically placed holes, which ...

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1950s French Tote Bags

1950's French Beaded Clutch Bag
1950's French Beaded Clutch Bag

1950's French Beaded Clutch Bag

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H 6 in W 8.5 in D 2.5 in

1950's French Beaded Clutch Bag

Located in New Hope, PA

From a Beverly Hills collector and Made in France, this beaded evening bag was retailed by Saks Fifth Avenue in the 1950's.

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950's French Black Beaded Evening Bag With Cameos
1950's French Black Beaded Evening Bag With Cameos

1950's French Black Beaded Evening Bag With Cameos

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Beautiful black seed beaded frame evening bag with painted cameos from the 1950's. Made in France for Eatons department store in Toronto.

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950's French Evening Bag with a Surprise Inside
1950's French Evening Bag with a Surprise Inside

1950's French Evening Bag with a Surprise Inside

Located in New Hope, PA

This charming black suede evening bag made by Jeanne Bernard in Paris has a delightful surprise inside. A small brass framed mirror, set in the center of the bag top, is perfect for ...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Silver Hermès Bag Pill Box, 1950s France
Silver Hermès Bag Pill Box, 1950s France

Silver Hermès Bag Pill Box, 1950s France

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H 0.98 in W 0.94 in D 0.625 in

Silver Hermès Bag Pill Box, 1950s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This little Hermès charm takes the shape of the iconic Bolide Bag. Made from sterling silver, the bottom panel of this piece pops open revealing a shallow storage space. Text engrave...

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Vintage 1950s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Silver

Hermès Kelly Bag Pill Box, 1950s France
Hermès Kelly Bag Pill Box, 1950s France

Hermès Kelly Bag Pill Box, 1950s France

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H 2 in W 1.75 in D 0.625 in

Hermès Kelly Bag Pill Box, 1950s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mini Hermés pill box in the shape of the iconic Kelly Bag. This tiny sterling silver jewel opens up from the front. Originally made as a pill box, but can be used as a small accessor...

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Vintage 1950s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Metal

1950s Louis Vuitton Duffel Bag
1950s Louis Vuitton Duffel Bag

1950s Louis Vuitton Duffel Bag

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H 11 in W 22 in D 11 in

1950s Louis Vuitton Duffel Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic vintage Louis Vuitton duffle bag. Perfect for weekend trips, this LV monogram print duffle is made with saddle leather and brass hardware and wrapped in the iconic Louis Vuit...

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Vintage 1950s French Trunks and Luggage

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Brass

Pastel caviar beaded floral design evening bag made in France 1950s
Pastel caviar beaded floral design evening bag made in France 1950s

Pastel caviar beaded floral design evening bag made in France 1950s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Caviar beaded floral design evening bag made in France 1950s...Beautiful pastel beaded bag in soft pinks, ivory and gold...The bag is completely hand beaded, with a beaded snap closu...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Hermes Haut à Courroies - Travel Bag in beige canvas and brown leather 1950´s
Hermes Haut à Courroies - Travel Bag in beige canvas and brown leather 1950´s

Hermes Haut à Courroies - Travel Bag in beige canvas and brown leather 1950´s

By Hermès

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Hermes Travel Bag in Beige Canvas and Brown Leather. Vintage Elegant "Haut à Courroies - Travel Bag" travel bag in beige canvas and brown leather, hardware in gilt metal, double hand...

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1980s French Luggage and Travel Bags

1950s Louis Vuitton 50 cm Duffel Bag
1950s Louis Vuitton 50 cm Duffel Bag

1950s Louis Vuitton 50 cm Duffel Bag

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H 11 in W 22 in D 11 in

1950s Louis Vuitton 50 cm Duffel Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic vintage Louis Vuitton 50 cm duffle bag. Perfect for weekend trips, this LV monogram print duffle is made with saddle leather and brass hardware and wrapped in the iconic Loui...

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Vintage 1950s French Trunks and Luggage

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Brass

A white micro beaded evening bag, for Saks Fifth Avenue, France, 1950s.
A white micro beaded evening bag, for Saks Fifth Avenue, France, 1950s.

A white micro beaded evening bag, for Saks Fifth Avenue, France, 1950s.

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

Of high French quality workmanship, this very smart and classic evening bag is all hand beaded, and has a very unusual and stylised opening/closure, of clear pastes set in gilded met...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Bright confetti glass beaded evening bag 1950s
Bright confetti glass beaded evening bag 1950s

Bright confetti glass beaded evening bag 1950s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Bright confetti glass beaded evening bag 1950s...Cream silk satin is heavily embroidered with colourful glass beads in a floral design front and back with beads scattered throughtout...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag Carry All Monogram Canvas 1950s Doctors Bag
Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag Carry All Monogram Canvas 1950s Doctors Bag

Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag Carry All Monogram Canvas 1950s Doctors Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Authentic, preowned, vintage Louis Vuitton monogram canvas steamer carry all doctors-style bag, circa the late 50s. Hard to find in this style nowadays, and is the perfect accent fo...

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1950s French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

1950s White Bag with Forget-Me-Not Flowers and Matching Gloves
1950s White Bag with Forget-Me-Not Flowers and Matching Gloves

1950s White Bag with Forget-Me-Not Flowers and Matching Gloves

Located in London, GB

This delightful 1950s French couture top handle bag and glove pairing are a sweet combination.

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1950s French Top Handle Bags

Vintage Josef Pearl with Embroidery Evening Bag Gold Metal Frame 1950s
Vintage Josef Pearl with Embroidery Evening Bag Gold Metal Frame 1950s

Vintage Josef Pearl with Embroidery Evening Bag Gold Metal Frame 1950s

By Bags by Josef

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Josef pearl with embroidery evening bag with gold metal frame from the 1950s. This beautiful bag is hand beaded with tiny pearls, the flap closure has a gold metal frame and ...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

George Baring Turquoise Micro Bead and Jewel Pochette Evening Bag – Paris, 1950s
George Baring Turquoise Micro Bead and Jewel Pochette Evening Bag – Paris, 1950s

George Baring Turquoise Micro Bead and Jewel Pochette Evening Bag – Paris, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Crusted with .5 mm, sand-grain sized beads, at first glance this spectacular evening bag looks like velvet except for its swirling arabesque pattern and subtle glimmer. Its vibrant c...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Goyard Train Case Vanity Gladstone Bag Travel Carry On 1950s Rare
Vintage Goyard Train Case Vanity Gladstone Bag Travel Carry On 1950s Rare

Vintage Goyard Train Case Vanity Gladstone Bag Travel Carry On 1950s Rare

By Goyard

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Authentic, preowned, vintage GOYARD train case, from the late 50s. Very cool Gladstone Doctors style bag! Black leather trim/woven Goyardine fabric exterior & yellow silk interior. ...

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1950s French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

George Baring White Micro Bead Evening Bag w Louis XVI Needlework– Paris, 1950s
George Baring White Micro Bead Evening Bag w Louis XVI Needlework– Paris, 1950s

George Baring White Micro Bead Evening Bag w Louis XVI Needlework– Paris, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Regal and elegant, this evening bag combines .5 mm white micro beads with clusters of gold beads to resemble the ermine furs favored by kings. Studded with 1 mm seed beads and pearls...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Hermès Vintage Black Box Calf Leather Flap Front Gold Ring Hand Bag GH 1950s
Hermès Vintage Black Box Calf Leather Flap Front Gold Ring Hand Bag GH 1950s

Hermès Vintage Black Box Calf Leather Flap Front Gold Ring Hand Bag GH 1950s

By Hermès

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Hermès vintage black box calf leather, gold plated ring bag, from the 1950s. Beautiful classic flap front bag with a gold plated ring closure. Structured bag with accordion gusseted ...

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1950s French Top Handle Bags

Rare Hermes Box Leather Train Case Vanity with Mirror Travel Carry On Bag 1950s
Rare Hermes Box Leather Train Case Vanity with Mirror Travel Carry On Bag 1950s

Rare Hermes Box Leather Train Case Vanity with Mirror Travel Carry On Bag 1950s

By Hermès

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Here's an extremely rare style travel bag that doesn't come up for sale very often. From HERMES PARIS, this extremely rare train case or vanity was likely made as a special order in ...

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1950s French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Elegant Elongated Alligator Bag
Elegant Elongated Alligator Bag

Elegant Elongated Alligator Bag

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H 7.5 in W 12.5 in D 4 in L 13.5 in

Elegant Elongated Alligator Bag

Located in New York, NY

Elegant 1950's French alligator bag of elongated form with unusual pull tab access.

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1950s French Top Handle Bags

Pair of 1950s Tall Gold Leaf Iron Clear Crystal Wall Sconces Maison Baguès Style
Pair of 1950s Tall Gold Leaf Iron Clear Crystal Wall Sconces Maison Baguès Style

Pair of 1950s Tall Gold Leaf Iron Clear Crystal Wall Sconces Maison Baguès Style

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

Pair of tall gold leaf two-arm wall lights in style of Maison Bagès, France, 1950s. Wonderful art environment handcrafted in wrought iron gild with gold leaf, enriched with clear cry...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

1950's Hermes Duffel Bag
1950's Hermes Duffel Bag

1950's Hermes Duffel Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Awesome Hermes travel bag. Hands down, one of the sexiest bags a man can carry.

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Vintage 1950s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1950's  Morobito, France  Asian Themed Beaded  Bag
1950's  Morobito, France  Asian Themed Beaded  Bag

1950's Morobito, France Asian Themed Beaded Bag

Located in New York, NY

Black beaded evening bag by Morobito with vibrant colored embroidery on both back and front of the bag. The embroidery is a combination of beauvais stitchery and regular embroidery. ...

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1960s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950s French Black Beaded Evening Bag with Ornate Frame
1950s French Black Beaded Evening Bag with Ornate Frame

1950s French Black Beaded Evening Bag with Ornate Frame

By Walborg

Located in New York, NY

Beaded bag made in France in the 1950s and imported by Walborg.

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950s Crocodile 'Kelly' Hand Bag
1950s Crocodile 'Kelly' Hand Bag

1950s Crocodile 'Kelly' Hand Bag

By Hermès

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Fine vintage crocodile 'Kelly' hand bag. Authentic & rich 'tobacco' brown skins item fully brown leather lined with gilt metal hardware & glides. Pristine interior features 2 open & ...

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1950s French Top Handle Bags

1950s Fernande Desgranges Nude Python Bag
1950s Fernande Desgranges Nude Python Bag

1950s Fernande Desgranges Nude Python Bag

Located in New York, NY

Beautifully crafted nude python bag from Fernande Desgranges.

RARE vintage
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20th Century French Handbags and Purses

1950s Large Red Crocodile 'Kelly' Hand Bag
1950s Large Red Crocodile 'Kelly' Hand Bag

1950s Large Red Crocodile 'Kelly' Hand Bag

By Hermès

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Fine & large vintage crocodile 'Kelly' hand bag. Authentic vibrant red skin item fully red leather lined with gilt metal hardware. Pristine interior features 2 open & single zipper p...

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1950s French Top Handle Bags

Cerny Paris Decorated Exotic Skin Bag / 1950s
Cerny Paris Decorated Exotic Skin Bag / 1950s

Cerny Paris Decorated Exotic Skin Bag / 1950s

Located in Litchfield County, CT

Mid century exotic leather- I believe it is lizard skin, Cerny Paris bejeweled bag. Quality construction and fine detailing, signed. This bag is in fabulous condition kept in the sam...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950s Hermes Crocodile Purse / Bag in good condition
1950s Hermes Crocodile Purse / Bag in good condition

1950s Hermes Crocodile Purse / Bag in good condition

By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

Really nice bag from before 1960 in cococrile Porosus. Good condition but it has some sins of wear due to its age ( please check images) With french certificate that allows the...

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1950s French Top Handle Bags

1950s Josef Multicolor Beaded and Tambour Stitched Evening Bag
1950s Josef Multicolor Beaded and Tambour Stitched Evening Bag

1950s Josef Multicolor Beaded and Tambour Stitched Evening Bag

By Josef

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A lovely evening bag from Josef, featuring the most stunning embroidery and beading. Lovely pastel shades of tambour-stitch embroidery create an almost Asian floral motif. Lightly pe...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Micro-Beaded Evening Bag France 1950s
Micro-Beaded Evening Bag France 1950s

Micro-Beaded Evening Bag France 1950s

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H 12.5 in W 7.5 in D 2.5 in

Micro-Beaded Evening Bag France 1950s

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine and rare vintage micro-beaded evening bag. Exquisite item and technique. Gilt metal crystal set frame features a ivory silk interior. Appears unused.

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Chanel Bag - 1950's - Rare Very Early Example of 2.55 Chain
Vintage Chanel Bag - 1950's - Rare Very Early Example of 2.55 Chain

Vintage Chanel Bag - 1950's - Rare Very Early Example of 2.55 Chain

By Chanel

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Vintage 1950's Chanel bag in brown jersey. Gorgeous bag in excellent condition for its age. One of the very earliest examples of the 2.55 chain. This handbag is from the estate of a ...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950s French Perma-suede Purple Hand Bag
1950s French Perma-suede Purple Hand Bag

1950s French Perma-suede Purple Hand Bag

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H 5 in D 4.5 in L 7.5 in

1950s French Perma-suede Purple Hand Bag

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s French Perma-suede faux leather suede handbag in purple with snap closure, structured body, and brass feet.

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1950s Top Handle Bags

1950s Eugene Elias French Beaded Evening Bag w Gold Floral Scroll Detai
1950s Eugene Elias French Beaded Evening Bag w Gold Floral Scroll Detai

1950s Eugene Elias French Beaded Evening Bag w Gold Floral Scroll Detai

Located in Houston, TX

Brilliant red mid century handbag by Eugene Elias Paris. The handbag is shaped like a trapezoid, with a fully beaded, shimmery red exterior, and with a gold - tinged brass frame. The...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950s Beaded Floral Evening Bag with Exquisite Frame
1950s Beaded Floral Evening Bag with Exquisite Frame

1950s Beaded Floral Evening Bag with Exquisite Frame

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lovely 1950s evening bag is beaded entirely with tiny glass beads in shades of black, luxe gold, pale blue, pale green and pale pink arranged in a diamond shaped floral motif. Beads ...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Rare Large Jolles of Paris 1950s Horse Equestrian bag Handbag
Rare Large Jolles of Paris 1950s Horse Equestrian bag Handbag

Rare Large Jolles of Paris 1950s Horse Equestrian bag Handbag

Located in Daylesford, Victoria

Mid Century Handbag with two Horses to front. Production and design by “Jolles Original” for “Dottie Berke”, as tagged to interior, plus “Handbags – Jewelry”, over “Invington, New J...

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1950s French Novelty Bags

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By Escada, Escada Margaretha Ley

Located in San Diego, CA

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Located in Carnate, IT

Alexander McQueen Fall 2005 Ready to Wear skirt. Beige-tone tartan with fringe hem, size 44, zip closure at the back, waist 42 cm, hips 50 cm, length 95 cm, 100% wool

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RARE Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2003 Pink Embroidered Kimono Clutch Bag Purse
RARE Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2003 Pink Embroidered Kimono Clutch Bag Purse

RARE Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2003 Pink Embroidered Kimono Clutch Bag Purse

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

EXTREMELY RARE „KIMONO“ Bag by TOM FORD for GUCCI SS 2003 Very rare and exclusive GUCCI signature piece Collector's Item! Pink frayed, layered silk Black hand-embroidery Mat black t...

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Christian Lacroix Vintage Strapless Floral Print Mini Dress with Raffia, 1990s
Christian Lacroix Vintage Strapless Floral Print Mini Dress with Raffia, 1990s

Christian Lacroix Vintage Strapless Floral Print Mini Dress with Raffia, 1990s

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Sparks, NV

Incredible vintage Christian Lacroix strapless mini dress with a floral print and black raffia embroidered lace. Sexy iconic Lacroix! Fully lined with zip closure. The marked size is...

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Tom Ford for Gucci Lavender Silk Halter Dress S/S 2003

Tom Ford for Gucci Lavender Silk Halter Dress S/S 2003

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous lavender stretch silk dress by Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2003 collection. It has a plunging front neckline and racer back with multiple seams emanating from it and the side ...

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LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Silk Hand Beaded / Pearled Floral Gown
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Silk Hand Beaded / Pearled Floral Gown

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By Eavis & Brown

Located in Leonardo, NJ

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1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Lace Dress with Hanky Hem
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1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Lace Dress with Hanky Hem

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Unique YSL hanky hem cocktail/evening dress from the early 1980's. The lace trim along the hem and all over the bodice has a touch of sparkle with jet black beading. Full flare to th...

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New W Box Gucci Malika Large Python Clutch Bag in Bronze Pewter Spring 2011
New W Box Gucci Malika Large Python Clutch Bag in Bronze Pewter Spring 2011

New W Box Gucci Malika Large Python Clutch Bag in Bronze Pewter Spring 2011

By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Gucci Brand New With Tags & Box A Rare Find New Spring 2011 Runway $3950 Bronze Metallic Pewter Full 100% Python Throughout the Bag Braided Double Straps Wrap Around and Connect ...

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Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Iconic Destructured Sailor Stripes Sweater
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Iconic Destructured Sailor Stripes Sweater

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Iconic Destructured Sailor Stripes Sweater

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Nice, FR

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage iconic destructured sailor stripes sweater featuring detachable sleeves. This sweater features : - Black knitted fabric with white stripes design. - Turtl...

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By Monique Lhuillier

Located in Leonardo, NJ

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1950s French Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary 1950s French bag you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Red and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for a 1950s French bag from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Bags by Josef, Hermès and Morabito each produced a popular version that is worth a look. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 1950s French Bag?

The price for a 1950s French bag starts at $175 and tops out at $6,497, and on average, selling for $650.
Questions About 1950s French Bag
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of bags were popular in the 1980s, including belt bags made of a variety of materials. Some designer handbags carried by celebrities of the era include the Hermès Birkin, Louis Vuitton Bucket Bag, the Chanel Gold Chain Classic Flap and various Prada nylon bags. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage handbags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    There is actually more than one French bag that starts with L. Luxury fashion houses that are well-known for producing handbags based in France include Louis Vuitton, Longchamp and Le Tanneur. Shop a wide range of handbags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    How much Chanel bags were in the 1950s varied based on style. When introduced in 1955, the now iconic Chanel 2.55 sold for $220. Chanel has raised the price of popular accessories over the years. Shop a large collection of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    How much Chanel bags cost in the 1990s varied from piece to piece and from year to year. For example, in 1990, the iconic Chanel flap bag's price was $1,150. When adjusted for inflation, that is around $2,280 in today's money. Shop a diverse assortment of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.