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Antique Beaded Bags

Exceptional Micro Beaded Bag
Exceptional Micro Beaded Bag

Exceptional Micro Beaded Bag

$2,800

H 10 in W 7 in

Exceptional Micro Beaded Bag

Located in New York, NY

beaded bags we have ever handled. 25" handle. 7" wide by 10" deep

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1920s American Antique Beaded Bags

Edwardian Beaded Crystal Purse
Edwardian Beaded Crystal Purse

Edwardian Beaded Crystal Purse

Located in New York, NY

Charming Edwardian Beaded Crystal Evening Purse from the early part of the 20th Century. Elaborate

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1910s French Antique Beaded Bags

Michael Powolny Attributed WW Beaded Bag
Michael Powolny Attributed WW Beaded Bag

Michael Powolny Attributed WW Beaded Bag

Located in Sharon, CT

A fine beaded bag with Putties, wreaths and floral sprays on a white field. Multi colored tassel

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Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Beaded Bags

Seed Bead Art Deco Patterned Bag with Crystals
Seed Bead Art Deco Patterned Bag with Crystals

Seed Bead Art Deco Patterned Bag with Crystals

Located in New York, NY

Charming Seed Bead Art Deco Bag with Crystals from the 1920's. Hand beaded with Art Deco patterns

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1920s French Antique Beaded Bags

Menominee Bandolier
Menominee Bandolier

Menominee Bandolier

$5,740

H 40 in W 13 in D 1 in

Menominee Bandolier

By Native American Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

throughout. The beaded bags were made by women but typically worn by men for dance occasions. Although

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19th Century American Native American Antique Beaded Bags

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Fabric, Beads

Antique Beaded Flapper Hand Bag 1920s Purse
Antique Beaded Flapper Hand Bag 1920s Purse

Antique Beaded Flapper Hand Bag 1920s Purse

Located in Wallkill, NY

This is an amazing handbag, lined in silk. Most likely french. Fabulous colorway on this, purple, green and red, just stunning!! Cabochons stones on the frame in Red and blue. Ornat...

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1920s Antique Beaded Bags

Wiener Werkstatt Beaded Bag Maria Likarz (attributed(
Wiener Werkstatt Beaded Bag Maria Likarz (attributed(

Wiener Werkstatt Beaded Bag Maria Likarz (attributed(

By Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Sharon, CT

Extraordinary and rare bag from the Wiener Werstatte. Fine bright red beads, abstract design with

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Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Beaded Bags

Art Deco Reticule Purse  in taffeta and beads- France Circa 1925
Art Deco Reticule Purse  in taffeta and beads- France Circa 1925

Art Deco Reticule Purse in taffeta and beads- France Circa 1925

Located in Toulon, FR

. Embroidery in solar rays ending with matching tassels. Matching handle also finished with a beaded rosebud

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1920s French Antique Beaded Bags

19th Century Northern Plains Beaded Possibles Bag
19th Century Northern Plains Beaded Possibles Bag

19th Century Northern Plains Beaded Possibles Bag

By Native American Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

for healing. Native Americans traditionally decorated these bags with beads or fur. Period: 19th

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Late 19th Century American Native American Antique Beaded Bags

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Other

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1910s Beaded Multi Colored Steel Bead Evening Bag W Beaded Fringe
1910s Beaded Multi Colored Steel Bead Evening Bag W Beaded Fringe

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

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1910s French Antique Beaded Bags

20s Red Beaded Drawstring Handbag
20s Red Beaded Drawstring Handbag

20s Red Beaded Drawstring Handbag

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W 6 in D 9 in L 12 in

20s Red Beaded Drawstring Handbag

Located in San Francisco, CA

20s Red Beaded Drawstring Handbag. Silk lining in excellent condition.

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1920s Antique Beaded Bags

Vintage 1920s Beaded Purse
Vintage 1920s Beaded Purse

Vintage 1920s Beaded Purse

Located in Long Island City, NY

Unique multicolored brightly striped design with multicolored fringe. Entire purse is beaded with

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1920s Antique Beaded Bags

1920's Beaded Handbag with Fringe
1920's Beaded Handbag with Fringe

1920's Beaded Handbag with Fringe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage beaded handbag from the 1920's. Mini bugle beads are made of white glass and strung neatly

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Beaded Bags

Victorian Hand-Beaded Reticule Evening Bag 1870s
Victorian Hand-Beaded Reticule Evening Bag 1870s

Victorian Hand-Beaded Reticule Evening Bag 1870s

Located in Burbank, CA

Offered here is a Victorian gold-washed expandable hand-beaded reticule evening bag from around the

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1870s Antique Beaded Bags

1920's French Beaded Handbag with Fringe
1920's French Beaded Handbag with Fringe

1920's French Beaded Handbag with Fringe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage handbag dates to the late 1910's through the early 1920's and features seed beads sewn in a

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1920s French Antique Beaded Bags

Golden Tiny Steel Beaded Impressionistic Floral Bag
Golden Tiny Steel Beaded Impressionistic Floral Bag

Golden Tiny Steel Beaded Impressionistic Floral Bag

Located in New York, NY

lining is not intact but still is original The fringe has some tiny beads missing. This purse measures 10

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1910s Antique Beaded Bags

1920's Beaded Handbag with Silver Frame
1920's Beaded Handbag with Silver Frame

1920's Beaded Handbag with Silver Frame

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage handbag dates to the 1920's and is made entirely of rows of seed beads. Floral motif is

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1920s Italian Antique Beaded Bags

1920's Beaded Floral Wristlet Bag w/ Fringe
1920's Beaded Floral Wristlet Bag w/ Fringe

1920's Beaded Floral Wristlet Bag w/ Fringe

Located in San Francisco, CA

1920's hand-beaded purse with green leaves, red roses, and harp against a white field in seed beads

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1920s Antique Beaded Bags

1920's Beaded Handbag with Gold-Toned Frame
1920's Beaded Handbag with Gold-Toned Frame

1920's Beaded Handbag with Gold-Toned Frame

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage handbag dates to the 1920's and is comprised entirely of small seed beads. Floral motif is

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1920s Unknown Antique Beaded Bags

Pair of Antique Native American Beaded Possible Bags 'Tepee Bags', Sioux
Pair of Antique Native American Beaded Possible Bags 'Tepee Bags', Sioux

Pair of Antique Native American Beaded Possible Bags 'Tepee Bags', Sioux

By Sioux Indian Art

Located in Denver, CO

A pair of Sioux (Plains Indian) beaded possible bags (also referred to as tipi bags). Constructed

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Late 19th Century American Native American Antique Beaded Bags

Fendi Beaded & Lizard Skin Baguette Bag
Fendi Beaded & Lizard Skin Baguette Bag

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

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Early 1900s Antique Beaded Bags

RED/BLACK CHECKERBOARD BEADED BAG
RED/BLACK CHECKERBOARD BEADED BAG

RED/BLACK CHECKERBOARD BEADED BAG

Located in Alford, MA

Evening bag with black checkerboard beading on a red crochet base with 3" black bead looped fringe

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Beaded Bags

Vintage Ivory and Brown Beaded Purse
Vintage Ivory and Brown Beaded Purse

Vintage Ivory and Brown Beaded Purse

Located in London, GB

A pretty vintage beaded purse in ivory with rows of brown beads. The purse has a flap over front

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1920s Unknown Antique Beaded Bags

1920S Micro Beaded Persian Rug Purse Bag
1920S Micro Beaded Persian Rug Purse Bag

1920S Micro Beaded Persian Rug Purse Bag

Located in New York, NY

1920S Micro Beaded Persian Rug Purse Bag

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1920s Unknown Antique Beaded Bags

Vintage Cream Purse in Sequin and Beads
Vintage Cream Purse in Sequin and Beads

Vintage Cream Purse in Sequin and Beads

Located in London, GB

A pretty vintage evening purse covered in sequins and beads. The bag has a fold over front with

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1920s Unknown Antique Beaded Bags

1930's French Art Deco Beaded Clutch
1930's French Art Deco Beaded Clutch

1930's French Art Deco Beaded Clutch

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H 5 in W 8 in D 2 in

1930's French Art Deco Beaded Clutch

Located in New Hope, PA

From a Beverly Hills collector and Made in France in the 1930's, this stunning Art Deco clutch is covered with a geometric beadwork pattern on the front and back. The bag is made fro...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Beaded Bags

20s Cornflower Blue Loop-Fringe Hand-Beaded Bag
20s Cornflower Blue Loop-Fringe Hand-Beaded Bag

20s Cornflower Blue Loop-Fringe Hand-Beaded Bag

Located in Gresham, OR

A beautiful 1920s hand-beaded loop-fringe evening bag, most likely French made. Fringe is all

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Beaded Bags

1920s Art Deco Black & Red Bead Flapper Handbag
1920s Art Deco Black & Red Bead Flapper Handbag

1920s Art Deco Black & Red Bead Flapper Handbag

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W 9 in D 5.25 in Dm 4 in L 13 in

1920s Art Deco Black & Red Bead Flapper Handbag

Located in New York, NY

bands in red beads beginning on the bottom and ascending 3 inches up the bag. The bottom circle is

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1920s American Antique Beaded Bags

Exquisite Glass Hand Beaded Flower Evening Bag ca 1920s
Exquisite Glass Hand Beaded Flower Evening Bag ca 1920s

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

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1920s Unknown Antique Beaded Bags

1920's diamond shaped beaded evening purse with fringe
1920's diamond shaped beaded evening purse with fringe

1920's diamond shaped beaded evening purse with fringe

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Stunning copper toned faceted beads make up this uniquely shaped evening purse. Heavy twisted

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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Bags

Large Victorian Beaded Bag Rare Oriental Carpet Design. 1880's.
Large Victorian Beaded Bag Rare Oriental Carpet Design. 1880's.

Large Victorian Beaded Bag Rare Oriental Carpet Design. 1880's.

Located in University City, MO

Rare and striking fringed Victorian beaded bag depicting an oriental rug. The detail here is just

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1880s British Antique Beaded Bags

1920s French Art Deco Steel-Cut Beaded Evening Bag - Exquisite!
1920s French Art Deco Steel-Cut Beaded Evening Bag - Exquisite!

1920s French Art Deco Steel-Cut Beaded Evening Bag - Exquisite!

Located in Gresham, OR

An exquisite French made (stamped in frame) 1920s Art Deco style steel-cut beaded evening bag in a

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Beaded Bags

Art Deco Reticule Purse  in taffeta and beads- France Circa 1925
Art Deco Reticule Purse  in taffeta and beads- France Circa 1925

Art Deco Reticule Purse in taffeta and beads- France Circa 1925

Located in Toulon, FR

. Embroidery in solar rays ending with matching tassels. Matching handle also finished with a beaded rosebud

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1920s French Antique Beaded Bags

Mandalian Art Deco Chainmail Metal Bag with Enamel Bead Fringe, 1920s
Mandalian Art Deco Chainmail Metal Bag with Enamel Bead Fringe, 1920s

Mandalian Art Deco Chainmail Metal Bag with Enamel Bead Fringe, 1920s

Located in University City, MO

1920's Carpet style Art Deco flapper bag with a lustrous pearly enamel finish in gorgeous muted pastel tones. Intricate slinky chainmail mesh of individual enameled interlocked tiles...

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1920s American Antique Beaded Bags

Chippewa or Winnebago, Native American, Beaded, Bandolier Bag, circa 1880
Chippewa or Winnebago, Native American, Beaded, Bandolier Bag, circa 1880

Chippewa or Winnebago, Native American, Beaded, Bandolier Bag, circa 1880

Located in York County, PA

. Bandolier bags are large, heavily beaded pouches with a slit at the top. They have a beaded strap worn

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1880s American Antique Beaded Bags

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Beads

Antique Native American Indian Beaded Octopus Bag, Metis, circa 1890
Antique Native American Indian Beaded Octopus Bag, Metis, circa 1890

Antique Native American Indian Beaded Octopus Bag, Metis, circa 1890

By Native American Art

Located in Denver, CO

sides of this exquisite bag are adorned with complex beaded foliate motifs. These unique bags

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Late 19th Century American Native American Antique Beaded Bags

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Beads

Beaded Native American Bandolier Bag, Great Lakes or Woodlands, circa 1880
Beaded Native American Bandolier Bag, Great Lakes or Woodlands, circa 1880

Beaded Native American Bandolier Bag, Great Lakes or Woodlands, circa 1880

Located in York County, PA

trade good, replaced the traditional porcupine quills. Beaded bandolier bags were produced mainly

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1880s American Antique Beaded Bags

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Cotton

Stunning 20s Beaded Red Steel Beaded Handbag
Stunning 20s Beaded Red Steel Beaded Handbag

Stunning 20s Beaded Red Steel Beaded Handbag

Located in Wallkill, NY

This is a gem! * Cherub motif on the frame * Steel beading on the handbag as well as the fringe * Provence attributed to the Anheuser Busch family * silk lining intact measur...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Beaded Bags

1920's Art Deco Beaded Bag with Beaded Drawstring
1920's Art Deco Beaded Bag with Beaded Drawstring

1920's Art Deco Beaded Bag with Beaded Drawstring

Located in New Hope, PA

From a Beverly Hills collector, this sweet Art Deco beaded bag combines bright pink beads with

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Beaded Bags

1920s beaded drawstring handbag in white & pink glass beads
1920s beaded drawstring handbag in white & pink glass beads

1920s beaded drawstring handbag in white & pink glass beads

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

From the 1920s a hand beaded drawstring bag in pink & white glass beads...The pouch style bag has

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Early 20th Century American Antique Beaded Bags

Vintage Cream Beaded Purse
Vintage Cream Beaded Purse

Vintage Cream Beaded Purse

Located in London, GB

A pretty cream beaded purse in an attractive design. The purse has a central clasp and small handle

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1920s Unknown Antique Beaded Bags

Pair of Beaded Bandolier Bags, Winnebago/Chippewa 'Ojibwa', 19th Century
Pair of Beaded Bandolier Bags, Winnebago/Chippewa 'Ojibwa', 19th Century

Pair of Beaded Bandolier Bags, Winnebago/Chippewa 'Ojibwa', 19th Century

By Native American Art

Located in Denver, CO

) circa 1870 by a skilled Winnebago/Hochunk (Native American Indian) artist. Intricately beaded with

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Late 19th Century American Native American Antique Beaded Bags

Materials

Beads

1930's French Chinoise Beaded Evening Bag
1930's French Chinoise Beaded Evening Bag

1930's French Chinoise Beaded Evening Bag

Located in Sharon, CT

French Chinoise Beaded Hand Bag. Embroidered with silk and gold metallic threads are Butterflies

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Early 20th Century French Antique Beaded Bags

1920's French Beaded Evening Bag
1920's French Beaded Evening Bag

1920's French Beaded Evening Bag

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H 4 in W 5.5 in D 1.5 in

1920's French Beaded Evening Bag

Located in New Hope, PA

beads and boteh shaped designs made form silver and green bugle beads. The sides and bottom of the bag

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Beaded Bags

1920’s Cream Beaded Fan Handbag
1920’s Cream Beaded Fan Handbag

1920’s Cream Beaded Fan Handbag

Located in London, GB

This adorable little bag features a beaded ring handle and coloured beading detail used to

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Beaded Bags

1920's Art Deco Beaded Clutch
1920's Art Deco Beaded Clutch

1920's Art Deco Beaded Clutch

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H 5.5 in W 8 in D 1 in

1920's Art Deco Beaded Clutch

Located in New Hope, PA

beautiful example that I felt it was worth including in the collection. The body of the bag is copper beads

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Beaded Bags

Ivory Whiting & Davis Beaded Evening  Bag
Ivory Whiting & Davis Beaded Evening  Bag

Ivory Whiting & Davis Beaded Evening Bag

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Paris, FR

1920s Whiting & Davis ivory mini-evening small beaded bag featuring gold tone top closure, small

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1920s American Antique Beaded Bags

Beaded antique pompadur bag biedermaier Germany
Beaded antique pompadur bag biedermaier Germany

Beaded antique pompadur bag biedermaier Germany

Located in Stuttgart, DE

A very nice pompadur bag from the late biedermaier period. Imagine the bag has been knitted (unbelievable) with a cord with berries! The bag is lined with light, a pearl tassel hangs...

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1870s German Antique Beaded Bags

1920s Folk art americana Beaded Flapper bag
1920s Folk art americana Beaded Flapper bag

1920s Folk art americana Beaded Flapper bag

Located in Wallkill, NY

Totally beaded 1920s handbag Folk art motif *beaded fringe *Floral motif on frame *silk lined

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1920s American Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Bags

1920's Beaded Clutch Made in France
1920's Beaded Clutch Made in France

1920's Beaded Clutch Made in France

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H 6 in W 7.5 in D 2 in

1920's Beaded Clutch Made in France

Located in New Hope, PA

color sequins and clear caviar beads in a swirling design. The bag is lined in black silk and marked

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1920s French Antique Beaded Bags

Exquiste Antique Steel Beaded Flapper Hand Bag
Exquiste Antique Steel Beaded Flapper Hand Bag

Exquiste Antique Steel Beaded Flapper Hand Bag

Located in Wallkill, NY

This is a amazing handbag, lined in silk. Most likely french. Cabochons stones on the frame in Green Large clasp Fringe still in tact at the bottom Comes with its original chan...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Beaded Bags

Floral Beaded Flapper Silk Hand Bag Antique
Floral Beaded Flapper Silk Hand Bag Antique

Floral Beaded Flapper Silk Hand Bag Antique

Located in Wallkill, NY

This is an amazing handbag, lined in silk. Blue Cabochons on the clip closure. Lining in nice shape, this bag is just about 100 years old and looks amazing! Measures 8 in. wide x 12 ...

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1920s Antique Beaded Bags

Antique Steel Beaded Flapper Hand Bag 1920s
Antique Steel Beaded Flapper Hand Bag 1920s

Antique Steel Beaded Flapper Hand Bag 1920s

Located in Wallkill, NY

This is an amazing handbag, lined in silk. Most likely french. Cabochons stones on the frame in Green. Has a large ornate clasp. It comes with its original purse and mirror. Measurin...

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1920s Antique Beaded Bags

Art Deco Cream, Ecru and Brown Beaded Bag
Art Deco Cream, Ecru and Brown Beaded Bag

Art Deco Cream, Ecru and Brown Beaded Bag

Located in London, GB

Art Deco bag featuring neutral colours of creamy white and shimmering ecru beads, with a brown bead

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1920s Antique Beaded Bags

Art Deco Vintage Silver Peacock Feather Beaded Handbag
Art Deco Vintage Silver Peacock Feather Beaded Handbag

Art Deco Vintage Silver Peacock Feather Beaded Handbag

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Art Deco Vintage Silver Peacock Feather Beaded Handbag. This bag is in excellent vintage condition

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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Beaded Bags

Graphic Art Deco 1920's Flapper Beaded Bag
Graphic Art Deco 1920's Flapper Beaded Bag

Graphic Art Deco 1920's Flapper Beaded Bag

Located in New Hope, PA

black beads in a stunning Art Deco design. The bag has an etched metal frame with a jewel set kiss-lock

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Beaded Bags

1920’s ‘Carpetbag’ Micro Glass Beaded Flapper Handbag
1920’s ‘Carpetbag’ Micro Glass Beaded Flapper Handbag

1920’s ‘Carpetbag’ Micro Glass Beaded Flapper Handbag

Located in Atlanta, GA

Micro beaded handbags from the 1800’s and early 1900’s are amazing examples of a handmade art form

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1920s American Antique Beaded Bags

1920's Embroidered & Beaded Bag with Matching Celluloid Frame
1920's Embroidered & Beaded Bag with Matching Celluloid Frame

1920's Embroidered & Beaded Bag with Matching Celluloid Frame

Located in New Hope, PA

From a Beverly Hills collector, this black silk bag is hand embroidered and beaded with cut steel

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Beaded Bags

French Hand Made White Beaded Bag with Floral Embroidery
French Hand Made White Beaded Bag with Floral Embroidery

French Hand Made White Beaded Bag with Floral Embroidery

Located in Sparks, NV

Beautiful hand beaded vintage bag with floral embroidery. The bag measures 6"x 5" and has a 10

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Early 20th Century French Antique Beaded Bags

1920s Beaded Evening Bag in Charcoal Gray with Unique Shape
1920s Beaded Evening Bag in Charcoal Gray with Unique Shape

1920s Beaded Evening Bag in Charcoal Gray with Unique Shape

Located in Gresham, OR

An interestingly shaped 1920s bead loop frame bag in charcoal grey with silver filigree frame

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Beaded Bags

Bead and Tambour Evening Bag with Folding Mirror, Late 1920s
Bead and Tambour Evening Bag with Folding Mirror, Late 1920s

Bead and Tambour Evening Bag with Folding Mirror, Late 1920s

Located in Tucson, AZ

beaded evening purse with floral tambour embroidery in shades of gold, blue and mauve; engraved gold top

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1920s Unknown Antique Beaded Bags

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Located in Water Mill, NY

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Located in London, GB

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Located in Water Mill, NY

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Located in Water Mill, NY

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By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Naples, FL

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By Bill Blass

Located in Water Mill, NY

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1980s American Antique Beaded Bags

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Located in London, GB

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By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

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By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

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By Bottega Veneta

Located in Boca Raton, FL

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By Louis Vuitton

Located in University City, MO

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John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

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By Richard Tyler, Richard Tyler Couture

Located in San Diego, CA

Phenomenal 90s RICHARD TYLER COUTURE cranberry red / burgundy / maroon fully sequined and beaded silk chiffon evening dress! Features thousands of vibrant hand-sewn sequins and beads...

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1990s American Antique Beaded Bags

John Galliano crochet vest 2004
John Galliano crochet vest 2004

John Galliano crochet vest 2004

By John Galliano

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

GALLIANO - Multicolor crochet vest with patchwork panels. Opening at the bottom of one sleeve. Size and composition labels missing; fits a French size 38/40/42. Fall/Winter 2004 Read...

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Early 2000s Antique Beaded Bags

Gianni Versace Couture Fall 2001 Black Silk Chiffon Tan Leather Belted Gown
Gianni Versace Couture Fall 2001 Black Silk Chiffon Tan Leather Belted Gown

Gianni Versace Couture Fall 2001 Black Silk Chiffon Tan Leather Belted Gown

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in San Diego, CA

Extremely rare Fall 2001 runway GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE, by Donatella, Museum Worthy black silk chiffon and leather full length evening dress! Kylie Minogue also stunned in the gown o...

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Early 2000s Italian Antique Beaded Bags

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Antique Beaded Bags For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of antique beaded bags for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Brown antique beaded bags, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Black, Purple and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these were made as early as the 19th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 20th Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many classic iterations of antique beaded bags over the years, but those made by Sioux Indian Art and Native American Art are often thought to be among the most stylish. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much are Antique Beaded Bags?

The prices for antique beaded bags start at $108 and top out at $14,995 with these items, on average, selling for $450.

Finding the Right Evening-bags-minaudieres for You

Vintage and designer evening bags and minaudières are elegant accessories that can elevate an ensemble and add an air of sophistication.

Evening bags began as coin purses and pouches. They were practical accessories before travel necessitated large cases and handbags eventually emerged and became a fashion statement. Evening bags grew in popularity with both men and women and, by the early 14th century, included details like embroidery and fine materials such as silk. As women began carrying hand fans, calling cards and perfumes, the evening bag became roomier while keeping its compact charm. Some designers added a thin shoulder strap. Today, the simplicity of a clutch or luxury evening bag remains as stylish as ever.

Minaudières are ornamental cases designed to hold personal items such as jewelry or cosmetics. A version of a vanity case, the minaudière was pioneered in 1933 by Charles Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels. Made from metal, it could be engraved, decorated with precious stones or lacquered. The decade saw the popularity of these jewel-like pieces and other evening bags with Hollywood celebrities and others.

Though some of the world’s best-known luxury brands followed suit, minaudières are now made by only a small number of fashion houses such as Judith Leiber, Chanel, Versace and Hermès.

Shop an array of luxury designer evening bags and vintage minaudières in a range of designs, colors and styles to complement any outfit on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Beaded Bags
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Beaded bags became very popular in the late 1800s, first in France where the fashion of the day was established. As women’s clothing became more form-fitting, they lost pockets which necessitated carrying a handbag. Small beaded bags were the perfect accessory and they allowed a woman to show off her beading skills. Find a collection of vintage and modern beaded bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Identifying an antique bead is a careful art. First inspect the bead for any seams that could indicate it was molded in a contemporary fashion. Antique beads tend to have a larger center hole. Inspect the bead for signs of natural age. An expert can help you confirm the approximate age of your bead. Shop a range of antique beads from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if a beaded purse is an antique, first look at the frame. Antiques will usually have die-stamped frames, so you should be able to see the pattern on both sides of the metal. The frame is typically cast with newer bags, resulting in the pattern only being on one side. Next, examine the clasps. If your bag is antique, you should be able to detect a gap or seam where the maker soldered on the clasp, while a newer reproduction will frequently have a one-piece clasp and frame with no seams. Finally, look at the interior lining. Antique purses often have a ribbon sewn onto the seam where the lining meets the frame, but this detail will usually not be present on a reproduction. If you have doubts about your bag's age, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of beaded bags.