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1940's Satin Flower Bag
1940's Satin Flower Bag

1940's Satin Flower Bag

Located in New York, NY

oversized flowerhead near clasp. Push button clasp. 1940's USA. 8" x 8" with 14" handle. Excellent condition.

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Vintage 1940's Embroidered Bow Wristlet Handbag Beaded Floral Purse
Vintage 1940's Embroidered Bow Wristlet Handbag Beaded Floral Purse

Vintage 1940's Embroidered Bow Wristlet Handbag Beaded Floral Purse

Located in Nashville, TN

thread embroidery and edged with gold leather piping, this original 1940's handbag is just the perfect

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Delill Square Glass Beaded 1940s Handbag
Delill Square Glass Beaded 1940s Handbag

Delill Square Glass Beaded 1940s Handbag

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful fine black glass beaded by Delill in and intracate square pattern. It has a top handle, top black glass button closure and is silk lined with an inner pocket. Height 8"...

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1940s Belgian 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Mappin & Webb Ltd Brown Lizard Handbag
1940s Mappin & Webb Ltd Brown Lizard Handbag

1940s Mappin & Webb Ltd Brown Lizard Handbag

$1,092

H 11.1 in W 11.2 in D 7 in

1940s Mappin & Webb Ltd Brown Lizard Handbag

By Mappin & Webb

Located in London, GB

An excellent condition rare late 1940s Mappin & Webb Ltd gently padded dark-bole-brown lizard

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20th Century English 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Black Carnival 1940s Beaded Triangle Box Handbag
Black Carnival 1940s Beaded Triangle Box Handbag

Black Carnival 1940s Beaded Triangle Box Handbag

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black glass carnival bead triangular box purse. It has a twisted top handle, gold metal ball clasp closure, elaborate gold metal filigree frame and silk lining with 2 inn...

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Blue Carnival Glass Beaded 1940s Round Box Handbag
Blue Carnival Glass Beaded 1940s Round Box Handbag

Blue Carnival Glass Beaded 1940s Round Box Handbag

Located in Water Mill, NY

A spectacular midnight blue carnival glass beaded round box purse. The handbag has vertical raised

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Josef of Belgium Hexagon Glass Beaded 1940s Handbag
Josef of Belgium Hexagon Glass Beaded 1940s Handbag

Josef of Belgium Hexagon Glass Beaded 1940s Handbag

By Bags by Josef

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black glass seed beaded handbag in a great wave pattern by Josef. It has a top handle

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1940s Belgian 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Clear Perspex Handbag with Gold Plated Fittings circa 1940s
Clear Perspex Handbag with Gold Plated Fittings circa 1940s

Clear Perspex Handbag with Gold Plated Fittings circa 1940s

Located in London, GB

lovely perspex and gold plated handbag, circa 1940s. A rare find.

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Mid-20th Century 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Koret Black & Gold Striped Sequin Handbag w Spring-Hinge Closure
1940s Koret Black & Gold Striped Sequin Handbag w Spring-Hinge Closure

1940s Koret Black & Gold Striped Sequin Handbag w Spring-Hinge Closure

By Koret

Located in Gresham, OR

1940s Koret Black & Gold Striped Sequin Handbag w Spring-Hinge Closure: A charming bit of glitz for

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Black Felt Handbag w Large Bakelite Frame and Loop Handle
1940s Black Felt Handbag w Large Bakelite Frame and Loop Handle

1940s Black Felt Handbag w Large Bakelite Frame and Loop Handle

Located in Gresham, OR

1940s Black Felt Handbag w Large Bakelite Frame and Loop Handle: Triangular shaped bag with single

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Large Faille Clutch with Gloves
1940s Large Faille Clutch with Gloves

1940s Large Faille Clutch with Gloves

$325

H 8 in D 2 in L 18 in

1940s Large Faille Clutch with Gloves

Located in Alford, MA

A unique design from the 1940s, this oversized clutch in black faille features a curved top and

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Cordé Shoulder Bag with Lucite Pull
1940s Cordé Shoulder Bag with Lucite Pull

1940s Cordé Shoulder Bag with Lucite Pull

Located in Alford, MA

Very unusual to find a shoulder bag in this genre, and especially in this circular shape. Body and shoulder strap is crocheted in black, fully lined, with zip compartment. Metal zipp...

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Whiting & Davis Ivory Enamel Mesh Handbag w Bakelite Chain and Frame, 1940s
Whiting & Davis Ivory Enamel Mesh Handbag w Bakelite Chain and Frame, 1940s

Whiting & Davis Ivory Enamel Mesh Handbag w Bakelite Chain and Frame, 1940s

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Tucson, AZ

An eye-catching alternative to the traditional gold and silver metal mesh for which the company is famous, this rare enamel plated mesh version also features a unique Bakelite top fr...

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Elaborately Embroidered Bird Silk Box Clutch
1940s Elaborately Embroidered Bird Silk Box Clutch

1940s Elaborately Embroidered Bird Silk Box Clutch

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black silk clutch purse elaborately embroidered with a bird and flowers on the front and back. it has a gold metal frame, top snap closure and is lined in black silk with...

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Venetian Black Velvet and Leather Bag
1940s Venetian Black Velvet and Leather Bag

1940s Venetian Black Velvet and Leather Bag

$650

H 6 in W 3 in D 5.5 in L 8.5 in

1940s Venetian Black Velvet and Leather Bag

Located in London, GB

A very fine black Soprarizzo velvet and brass hardware bag circa late 1940s to early 1950s. With

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1940s Italian 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Whiting & Davis White Alumesh Purse, Circa 1940s
Whiting & Davis White Alumesh Purse, Circa 1940s

Whiting & Davis White Alumesh Purse, Circa 1940s

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

! Label: Whiting and Davis Co. Alumesh Bags, Made in U.S.A. Circa 1940s Excellent Condition! ✂

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1930s/1940s Handmade Crewel Work Embroidered Round Bag
1930s/1940s Handmade Crewel Work Embroidered Round Bag

1930s/1940s Handmade Crewel Work Embroidered Round Bag

Located in London, GB

1930s/1940s handmade crewel work folk embroidered round bag, beautifully crafted in the golden era

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1940s British 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Faux Tortoiseshell Bakelite and Brass Italian Evening Bag
1940s Faux Tortoiseshell Bakelite and Brass Italian Evening Bag

1940s Faux Tortoiseshell Bakelite and Brass Italian Evening Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This stunning piece is a beautiful example of Art Deco and post-war design, showcasing the sophisticated use of Bakelite in high fashion. The bag features a sleek, structured body cr...

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Mid-20th Century Italian 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s High Quality Black Beads and Brass French Evening Bag
1940s High Quality Black Beads and Brass French Evening Bag

1940s High Quality Black Beads and Brass French Evening Bag

$420

H 5.91 in W 8.67 in D 1.19 in L 25.2 in

1940s High Quality Black Beads and Brass French Evening Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This exquisite 1940s French evening bag is a stunning example of mid-century craftsmanship

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Mid-20th Century French 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Art Deco Cream Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Bag
1940s Art Deco Cream Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Bag

1940s Art Deco Cream Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Bag

$420

H 4.73 in W 7.88 in D 1.97 in L 23.63 in

1940s Art Deco Cream Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

A rare gem from the 1940s, this Italian Art Deco shoulder bag is crafted from luminous cream

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Mid-20th Century Italian 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Art Deco Bakelite Brass and Fabric Italian Top Hand Bag
1940s Art Deco Bakelite Brass and Fabric Italian Top Hand Bag

1940s Art Deco Bakelite Brass and Fabric Italian Top Hand Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

An exquisite 1940s Art Deco Italian Top Handle Handbag This unique piece seamlessly blends

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Mid-20th Century Italian 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Art Deco Black Bakelite and Brass Italian Evening Bag
1940s Art Deco Black Bakelite and Brass Italian Evening Bag

1940s Art Deco Black Bakelite and Brass Italian Evening Bag

$324

H 4.73 in W 8.67 in D 1.97 in L 20.08 in

1940s Art Deco Black Bakelite and Brass Italian Evening Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This stunning piece is a beautiful example of Art Deco and post-war design, showcasing the sophisticated use of Bakelite in high fashion. The bag features a sleek, structured body cr...

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Mid-20th Century Italian 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Art Deco Black Leather, Velvet and Bamboo Italian Hand Bag
1940s Art Deco Black Leather, Velvet and Bamboo Italian Hand Bag

1940s Art Deco Black Leather, Velvet and Bamboo Italian Hand Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This exquisite black handbag is a rare find from the 1940s, embodying the sophisticated, structured

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Mid-20th Century Italian 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Vintage 1940s Guild Creations Women's Wool Hand Bag with Gold Frame
Vintage 1940s Guild Creations Women's Wool Hand Bag with Gold Frame

Vintage 1940s Guild Creations Women's Wool Hand Bag with Gold Frame

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a classy 1940s Guild Creations wool hand bag with zip closure. This solid black wool fabirc

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Gold Lamé Evening Bag With Moonstones, Amethysts And Garnets
1940s Gold Lamé Evening Bag With Moonstones, Amethysts And Garnets

1940s Gold Lamé Evening Bag With Moonstones, Amethysts And Garnets

Located in London, GB

A rare late 1940s gold lamé evening bag, featuring all-over gold and silver bullion appliqué work

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20th Century 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

An Amazing 1940s Gold Tone Metal and Yellow Satin Italian Evening Bag
An Amazing 1940s Gold Tone Metal and Yellow Satin Italian Evening Bag

An Amazing 1940s Gold Tone Metal and Yellow Satin Italian Evening Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This rare 1940s Italian evening bag is a dazzling example of early mid-century glamour, featuring a

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Mid-20th Century Italian 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Louis Vuitton for Saks New York Leather Cabin Train Trunk Case
1940s Louis Vuitton for Saks New York Leather Cabin Train Trunk Case

1940s Louis Vuitton for Saks New York Leather Cabin Train Trunk Case

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

, antique, 1930s/1940s, the trunk is nearly 100 years old and shows some signs of usage, but is overall in

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1940s French 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

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Vintage 1940's Fassbender Handbag
Vintage 1940's Fassbender Handbag

Vintage 1940's Fassbender Handbag

Located in London, GB

Fantastic post war 1940's box bag made by the highly collectable English brand Fassbender. Made

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1940s British 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Green Carnival Glass Beaded Box Handbag
1940's Green Carnival Glass Beaded Box Handbag

1940's Green Carnival Glass Beaded Box Handbag

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a stunning 1940's vintage green carnival glass beaded box bag, lined in satin with various

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Black Glass Beaded, Hat Box Shaped, Handbag
1940's Black Glass Beaded, Hat Box Shaped, Handbag

1940's Black Glass Beaded, Hat Box Shaped, Handbag

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a simple and dramatic, 1940's vintage, black glass beaded, hat box shaped evening bag with

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Brown Velvet Handbag-Matching Chapeau- Beadwork Designs
1940's Brown Velvet Handbag-Matching Chapeau- Beadwork Designs

1940's Brown Velvet Handbag-Matching Chapeau- Beadwork Designs

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this charming, rich brown velvet hand bag and matching chapeau profusely embellished with gold bugle beads by Decor. The bag measures 6" in height, 9 1/4" in widt...

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Red Alligator Handbag with Double Gold  Chain Handles
1940's Red Alligator Handbag with Double Gold  Chain Handles

1940's Red Alligator Handbag with Double Gold Chain Handles

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this handsome, 1940's vintage, red alligator handbag with elegant and chic gold

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Charcoal Gray Glass Beaded Handbag-Silver-Toned Frame
1940's Charcoal Gray Glass Beaded Handbag-Silver-Toned Frame

1940's Charcoal Gray Glass Beaded Handbag-Silver-Toned Frame

Located in Oradell, NJ

silver-toned clasp and frame, of the 1940's vintage. Its label is present and in tact and reads

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Midnight Blue Glass Beaded Handbag with Double Handles
1940's Midnight Blue Glass Beaded Handbag with Double Handles

1940's Midnight Blue Glass Beaded Handbag with Double Handles

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a wonderfully designed 1940's vintage, midnight blue carnival glass beaded hand bag with a

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

VINTAGE 1940'S LARGE GOLD METAL SHELL TOP HANDBAG PURSE
VINTAGE 1940'S LARGE GOLD METAL SHELL TOP HANDBAG PURSE

VINTAGE 1940'S LARGE GOLD METAL SHELL TOP HANDBAG PURSE

Located in San Francisco, CA

This is a large 1940's gold fancy design metal purse with sea shell top. It has a gold leather

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Volupte Figural Hand Compact
1940's Volupte Figural Hand Compact

1940's Volupte Figural Hand Compact

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage compact from Volupte dates to the 1940's and is made in gold-toned metal with a white

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Bronze Beaded,  Handled Pouch-Type Hnadbag
1940's Bronze Beaded,  Handled Pouch-Type Hnadbag

1940's Bronze Beaded, Handled Pouch-Type Hnadbag

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a charming bronze beaded handled, pouch-type bag embellished with a double ruffle whose tag reads Hiawatha Product. The bag measures 7" in width by 5 1/2" in height, has a zi...

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Green Velveteen and Dyed Lizard Pouch-Style Handbag
1940's Green Velveteen and Dyed Lizard Pouch-Style Handbag

1940's Green Velveteen and Dyed Lizard Pouch-Style Handbag

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this unusual, green velveteen and dyed green lizard, pouch-type bag with a chunky rounded gold-toned clasp. The bag measures 7 1/2" in width by 5" in height, is 4...

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's NETTIE ROSENSTEIN Brown suede and metal evening bag purse
1940's NETTIE ROSENSTEIN Brown suede and metal evening bag purse

1940's NETTIE ROSENSTEIN Brown suede and metal evening bag purse

By Nettie Rosenstein

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Adorable, 1940's NETTIE ROSENSTEIN Dark brown suede skin body with metal evening bag with small

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Armadillo Purse
1940s Armadillo Purse

1940s Armadillo Purse

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H 8 in W 11 in

1940s Armadillo Purse

Located in Bozeman, MT

anniversary this November. See you there! 1940s armadillo purse. What can we say - you

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Black suede 1940s bag
Black suede 1940s bag

Black suede 1940s bag

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage black suede 1940s bag with goldtone clasp. Beautiful black satin lining. A prime example of

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Black Doeskin French 1940s bag

Black Doeskin French 1940s bag

Located in San Francisco, CA

1940s black doeskin French bag. Excellent condition.

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1940s French 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Ingber black velvet bag

1940s Ingber black velvet bag

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage 1940s black velvet bag by Ingber. Satin lined. Very good condition, some very slight wear

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Brown Velvet Muff
1940s Brown Velvet Muff

1940s Brown Velvet Muff

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H 9.5 in W 2.5 in L 15 in

1940s Brown Velvet Muff

Located in San Francisco, CA

1940s Brown Velvet Muff. Ruched detail along top and arm holes. Velvet is in excellent condition

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Vintage 1940s black macrame drawstring bag

Vintage 1940s black macrame drawstring bag

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage WW II era 40s four-sided bag. Black macrame with red lining and drawsting closure.

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Vintage 1940s Whiting and Davis bag

Vintage 1940s Whiting and Davis bag

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage Whiting and Davis off white mesh bag with plastic handle. Excellent unworn condition. Pristine lining.

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Vintage 1940s Full Quill Genuine Ostrich Low Key Olive Color Handbag
Vintage 1940s Full Quill Genuine Ostrich Low Key Olive Color Handbag

Vintage 1940s Full Quill Genuine Ostrich Low Key Olive Color Handbag

Located in New York, NY

This wonderful full quill genuine ostrich leather handbag has a low-key olive color with gold tone

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Mid-20th Century 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Hermes Black Bag, 1940s
Hermes Black Bag, 1940s

Hermes Black Bag, 1940s

By Hermès

Located in Litchfield County, CT

Black soft circa 1940s Hermes bag with gilt hardware. Very clean inside and out, fine overall

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1950s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Real Alligator Leather Handbag Purse, 1940s
Real Alligator Leather Handbag Purse, 1940s

Real Alligator Leather Handbag Purse, 1940s

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H 9.45 in W 11.03 in D 3.55 in

Real Alligator Leather Handbag Purse, 1940s

Located in Basel, CH

Stunning and sophisticated handbag from the 1940s. Incredible quality and beautiful details. This

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1940s Swiss Mid-Century Modern 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

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Leather

Vintage 1940s Vanity Case purse compact cigarette case
Vintage 1940s Vanity Case purse compact cigarette case

Vintage 1940s Vanity Case purse compact cigarette case

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage 1940s goldtone latticed vanity case. One side has a cigarette case, one side has mirror

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Evening Steel Beaded Bag, 1940s
Evening Steel Beaded Bag, 1940s

Evening Steel Beaded Bag, 1940s

Located in New York, NY

This stunning 1940s evening bag is in mint condition and is immaculately clean. Entire body is in

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Elizabeth Arden snake embossed envelope clutch bag

1940s Elizabeth Arden snake embossed envelope clutch bag

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage 40s snake embossed clutch. Label Elizabeth Arden Paris New York. There was an optional strap at one time but it is missing. 8.5 x 10.5 inches. Faille lining.

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Apricot Twill Hand Bag with Brass Hardware
1940s Apricot Twill Hand Bag with Brass Hardware

1940s Apricot Twill Hand Bag with Brass Hardware

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H 6 in D 3.5 in L 8.5 in

1940s Apricot Twill Hand Bag with Brass Hardware

Located in San Francisco, CA

1940s twill hand bag in a rare tone of apricot twill. The closure is made of brass and designed

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Circa 1940s Josef French Hand Beaded Evening Bag
Circa 1940s Josef French Hand Beaded Evening Bag

Circa 1940s Josef French Hand Beaded Evening Bag

By Bags by Josef

Located in Long Beach, CA

Circa 1940s Josef champagne satin and red glass hand-beaded evening bag. Made in France, the bag

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1940s French 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Wilardy Clear Carved Lucite Handbag-Silver Clasp and Mesh Handle
1940s Wilardy Clear Carved Lucite Handbag-Silver Clasp and Mesh Handle

1940s Wilardy Clear Carved Lucite Handbag-Silver Clasp and Mesh Handle

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

From a Fashionista to a Fashionista! Stunning clear dimensional design Lucite handbag, beautiful

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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Materials

Silver

VINTAGE 1940s BLACK FAILLE POUCH PURSE w ORNATE CLASP
VINTAGE 1940s BLACK FAILLE POUCH PURSE w ORNATE CLASP

VINTAGE 1940s BLACK FAILLE POUCH PURSE w ORNATE CLASP

Located in San Francisco, CA

Featured is an elegant vintage purse by Guild Originals from the 1940s. Fully lined with one

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Evans Handbag & Accessories
1940's Evans Handbag & Accessories

1940's Evans Handbag & Accessories

By Evans Case Company

Located in New Hope, PA

This is the most charming 1940's handbag from American manufacturer Evans. The exterior is cherry

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Bakelite Framed Corde Handbag
1940's Bakelite Framed Corde Handbag

1940's Bakelite Framed Corde Handbag

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H 10 in W 10 in D 4 in

1940's Bakelite Framed Corde Handbag

By Genuine Corde

Located in New Hope, PA

A fabulous Bakelite handle arches over this brown Corde handbag. It is attached to the sides with

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Black Plasticflex Mesh Clutch Handbag, 1940’s
Black Plasticflex Mesh Clutch Handbag, 1940’s

Black Plasticflex Mesh Clutch Handbag, 1940’s

Located in Atlanta, GA

1940’s black ‘Plasticflex’ clutch handbag manufactured by R. Appel, an American company, and

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's "Binocular"  Bag
1940's "Binocular"  Bag

1940's "Binocular" Bag

Located in New Hope, PA

Shaped like a double sided binocular case, this sporty bag from the 1940's is quite distinctive

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Alligator Clutch
1940's Alligator Clutch

1940's Alligator Clutch

Located in New Hope, PA

This late 1930's, early 1940's caramel colored alligator clutch is in superb condition. The

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Prestige Pleated Black Leather Clutch Handbag, 1940's
Prestige Pleated Black Leather Clutch Handbag, 1940's

Prestige Pleated Black Leather Clutch Handbag, 1940's

By Prestige

Located in Atlanta, GA

Long, strong and statement making 1940's black leather clutch handbag by American company, Prestige

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Large 1940’s Black Cordé Crescent Clutch Handbag
Large 1940’s Black Cordé Crescent Clutch Handbag

Large 1940’s Black Cordé Crescent Clutch Handbag

By Genuine Corde

Located in Atlanta, GA

Cordé handbags offered unique designs starting in the 1930’s continuing through the 1950’s using

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Black Crochet Handbag with Plexi Handle
1940's Black Crochet Handbag with Plexi Handle

1940's Black Crochet Handbag with Plexi Handle

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Black crochet handbag from the 1940's with etched plexi top handles. Oval shaped with angled ends

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Unique 1940's Tooled Leather Saddlebag Style Handbag
Unique 1940's Tooled Leather Saddlebag Style Handbag

Unique 1940's Tooled Leather Saddlebag Style Handbag

Located in Atlanta, GA

The tool work on this 1940's cognac leather handbag is outstanding. The intricate floral design

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1940s Mexican 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Brown Satin Beaded Evening Box Handbag, 1940's
Brown Satin Beaded Evening Box Handbag, 1940's

Brown Satin Beaded Evening Box Handbag, 1940's

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H 4.25 in W 7.25 in D 3.5 in

Brown Satin Beaded Evening Box Handbag, 1940's

Located in Atlanta, GA

1940's brown satin handbag fully embellished with intricate beading that provides a coppery sheen

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Breathtaking 1940's 18k Gold & Pearl Handbag with Sapphires & Diamonds
Breathtaking 1940's 18k Gold & Pearl Handbag with Sapphires & Diamonds

Breathtaking 1940's 18k Gold & Pearl Handbag with Sapphires & Diamonds

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This luxury evening bag epitomizes 1940's glamour and post-war decadence. The 18 karat gold frame

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1940s Unknown 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Bags by Josef Black Corde Clutch Handbag With Golden Braid
1940's Bags by Josef Black Corde Clutch Handbag With Golden Braid

1940's Bags by Josef Black Corde Clutch Handbag With Golden Braid

By Bags by Josef

Located in Atlanta, GA

Corde handbags became the rage in the 1940's with designers creating interesting visual patterns

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Fabulous 1940's Brock & Co. Chartreuse Clutch
Fabulous 1940's Brock & Co. Chartreuse Clutch

Fabulous 1940's Brock & Co. Chartreuse Clutch

By Brock & Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

grosgrain. Made in France. Circa early 1940's. A note: Please take note of the color, it is closer to an

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1940s French 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Vintage 1940's Clear Lucite Square Box Purse
Vintage 1940's Clear Lucite Square Box Purse

Vintage 1940's Clear Lucite Square Box Purse

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a vintage 1940's clear hard plastic lucite square box purse. The purse has black bows on

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Rare Oversized 1940's  Beaded Cashmere Clutch
Rare Oversized 1940's  Beaded Cashmere Clutch

Rare Oversized 1940's Beaded Cashmere Clutch

Located in New Hope, PA

One of the most glamourous handbags that I have ever owned, this striking oversized clutch would be

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's Vintage Beaded Evening Bag
1940's Vintage Beaded Evening Bag

1940's Vintage Beaded Evening Bag

Located in London, GB

Vintage beaded evening bag from the 1940s featuring snap lock closure detailed with three green

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1940s 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Saks Brown Crocodile 1940s Handbag
Saks Brown Crocodile 1940s Handbag

Saks Brown Crocodile 1940s Handbag

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H 11 in W 9.5 in D 2.25 in

Saks Brown Crocodile 1940s Handbag

By Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in Alford, MA

Brown crocodile handbag, c. 1940s, with great style and interesting hardware. Tall rectangular

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1940s French 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940's HERMES crocodile top handle bag with gilt hardware
1940's HERMES crocodile top handle bag with gilt hardware

1940's HERMES crocodile top handle bag with gilt hardware

Located in San Fransisco, CA

1940's. 32cm size.Fully lined in leather. Made in France. Very good condition. Exceptional considering

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1940s French 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Navy Suede 1940s Handbag
Navy Suede 1940s Handbag

Navy Suede 1940s Handbag

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H 8 in W 7 in D 4 in

Navy Suede 1940s Handbag

Located in Alford, MA

Vintage navy suede handbag in an unusual triangular shape and nice hardware, including the flip-up

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Mid-20th Century American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

Rare Volupte 'Golden Gesture' Figural Compact.  1940's.
Rare Volupte 'Golden Gesture' Figural Compact.  1940's.

Rare Volupte 'Golden Gesture' Figural Compact. 1940's.

Located in University City, MO

powder. The original powder puff remains. Signed: Volupte USA Dating from the mid-1940's

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1940s American 1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s

1940s Black Beaded and Embroidered Floral Handbag
1940s Black Beaded and Embroidered Floral Handbag

1940s Black Beaded and Embroidered Floral Handbag

Located in London, GB

This gorgeous 40’s handbag features an intricate multi-coloured embroidered floral motif on a black

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Beaded Floral Vintage Handbag, 1940s
Beaded Floral Vintage Handbag, 1940s

Beaded Floral Vintage Handbag, 1940s

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Beaded Floral Vintage Handbag, 1940s

Located in London, GB

This 1940s vintage handbag is the quintessence of femininity. Its black beaded embellishment and

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Whiting & Davis 1940's Vintage Multicolor Paisley Gold Mesh Bag
Whiting & Davis 1940's Vintage Multicolor Paisley Gold Mesh Bag

Whiting & Davis 1940's Vintage Multicolor Paisley Gold Mesh Bag

By Whiting & Davis

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Whiting & Davis 1940's Vintage Multicolor Paisley Gold Mesh Bag. This bag is in good vintage

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1940s Black Calf Hide Handbag w/ Incredible Closure - Suede Lined

1940s Black Calf Hide Handbag w/ Incredible Closure - Suede Lined

Located in Gresham, OR

A fabulous 1940s black calf hide handbag in EXCELLENT condition, lined in suede: Two piped pockets

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Located in Atlanta, GA

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By Prada

Located in Paris, FR

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1940s Vintage Handbags 1940s For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 1940s vintage handbags 1940s for sale on 1stDibs. Our collection of 1940s vintage handbags 1940s includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Gray and more. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. 1940s vintage handbags 1940s designed by Hermès, Whiting & Davis and Koret — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

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Prices for 1940s vintage handbags 1940s can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $55 and can go as high as $33,975, while these items, on average, fetch $399.

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.