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Antique Beaded Drawstring Purse with Dog and Parrot Motif – Germany, circa 1850
Antique Beaded Drawstring Purse with Dog and Parrot Motif – Germany, circa 1850

Antique Beaded Drawstring Purse with Dog and Parrot Motif – Germany, circa 1850

Located in Hamburg, DE

This exquisite antique beaded purse from Germany, dating to around 1850, is a remarkable example of

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1850s German Biedermeier Antique Drawstring Purse

Materials

Leather, Glass

Yves Saint Laurent Black Velvet Bag
Yves Saint Laurent Black Velvet Bag

Yves Saint Laurent Black Velvet Bag

$688

H 5.52 in D 4.14 in L 6.7 in

Yves Saint Laurent Black Velvet Bag

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent - Black velvet and trimming rigid bucket bag with two pompoms. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 17 cm - Height: 14 cm - ...

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15th Century and Earlier Antique Drawstring Purse

Mariano Fortuny Pink Coral Stencilled Velvet Drawstring Bag
Mariano Fortuny Pink Coral Stencilled Velvet Drawstring Bag

Mariano Fortuny Pink Coral Stencilled Velvet Drawstring Bag

By Fortuny

Located in New York, NY

Fortunys stenciled velvet drawstring bags found a use for small pieces of his precious velvets

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Drawstring Purse

Mariano Fortuny Rare Black Stencilled Velvet Drawstring Bag
Mariano Fortuny Rare Black Stencilled Velvet Drawstring Bag

Mariano Fortuny Rare Black Stencilled Velvet Drawstring Bag

By Fortuny

Located in New York, NY

Fortunys stenciled velvet drawstring bags found a use for small pieces of his precious velvets

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Drawstring Purse

Mariano Fortuny Rare Black Stencilled Velvet Drawstring Bag
Mariano Fortuny Rare Black Stencilled Velvet Drawstring Bag

Mariano Fortuny Rare Black Stencilled Velvet Drawstring Bag

By Fortuny

Located in Riverdale, NY

Fortunys stenciled velvet drawstring bags found a use for small pieces of his precious velvets

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Drawstring Purse

Costume de Printemps – Elegant Early 19th-Century French Fashion Engraving
Costume de Printemps – Elegant Early 19th-Century French Fashion Engraving

Costume de Printemps – Elegant Early 19th-Century French Fashion Engraving

$142Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 12.21 in W 9.45 in D 0.02 in

Costume de Printemps – Elegant Early 19th-Century French Fashion Engraving

Located in Langweer, NL

drawstring purse, a fashionable accessory of the time. The young boy, dressed in a blue suit with a miniature

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Early 19th Century Antique Drawstring Purse

Materials

Paper

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Royal Worcester drawstring purse vase.
Royal Worcester drawstring purse vase.

Royal Worcester drawstring purse vase.

By Royal Worcester

Located in East Geelong, VIC

This Royal Worcester vase is a bit unusual in that it is in the shape of a Japanese drawstring

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1870s English Japonisme Antique Drawstring Purse

Materials

Porcelain

1920s Drawstring Multicolor Floral Steel Bag
1920s Drawstring Multicolor Floral Steel Bag

1920s Drawstring Multicolor Floral Steel Bag

Located in New York, NY

excellent condition. I was told this multicolor floral design purse is a drawstring purse appropriate for a

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1920s Antique Drawstring Purse

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 Drawstring Purse

90s Chanel green leather drawstring bucket crossbody bag
90s Chanel green leather drawstring bucket crossbody bag

90s Chanel green leather drawstring bucket crossbody bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

interior white stain (see pic) drawstring closure very spacious bucket bag! Comes with dust bag

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Early 20th Century Antique Drawstring Purse

1920's Luscious Kelly Green Beaded Reticule/Handbag
1920's Luscious Kelly Green Beaded Reticule/Handbag

1920's Luscious Kelly Green Beaded Reticule/Handbag

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a luscious kelly green beaded reticule, drawstring style purse of the 1920's vintage. It

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Drawstring Purse

Irish Crochet Edwardian Purse
Irish Crochet Edwardian Purse

Irish Crochet Edwardian Purse

Located in New York, NY

Lovely drawstring purse of handmade Irish crochet. Crochet'd 3D florets and pom poms decorate the

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20th Century American Edwardian Antique Drawstring Purse

1995 Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Vintage Petit Noe
1995 Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Vintage Petit Noe

1995 Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Vintage Petit Noe

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

: Drawstring Type: Shoulder Accompanied By: ✖ Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made in France) Condition: 8.5

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19th Century French Antique Drawstring Purse

1995 Louis Vuitton Kenyan Fawn & Gold Epi Leather Bi-Colour Vintage Noe
1995 Louis Vuitton Kenyan Fawn & Gold Epi Leather Bi-Colour Vintage Noe

1995 Louis Vuitton Kenyan Fawn & Gold Epi Leather Bi-Colour Vintage Noe

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

: Adjustable up to 23cm Closure: Drawstring Type: Shoulder Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag Authenticity

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19th Century French Antique Drawstring Purse

1993 LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Vintage Noé
1993 LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Vintage Noé

1993 LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Vintage Noé

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H 13.39 in W 10.24 in D 7.49 in

1993 LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Vintage Noé

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Alcantara Dimensions: H34cm W26cm D19cm Handle/Strap Drop: Adjustable up to 23cm Closure: Drawstring Type

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Early 19th Century French Antique Drawstring Purse

Louis Vuitton Monogram 'Sac Noe' Shoulder Bag
Louis Vuitton Monogram 'Sac Noe' Shoulder Bag

Louis Vuitton Monogram 'Sac Noe' Shoulder Bag

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H 13.39 in W 15.36 in D 6.3 in

Louis Vuitton Monogram 'Sac Noe' Shoulder Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Amman, JO

Louis Vuitton Monogram Noe Bucket Bag. Material: Canvas & Leather Hardware: Gold toned Size & handle: Height: 34cm Length: 39cm Depth: 16cm Handle Drop: 25cm Dust Bag include...

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15th Century and Earlier European Antique Drawstring Purse

Large Awaji Pottery Golden Yellow Arts & Crafts Ikebana Purse Form Vase
Large Awaji Pottery Golden Yellow Arts & Crafts Ikebana Purse Form Vase

Large Awaji Pottery Golden Yellow Arts & Crafts Ikebana Purse Form Vase

By Awaji Pottery

Located in Wilton, CT

Large Awaji pottery Arts and Crafts vase in drawstring purse form with golden yellow monochrome

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1920s Japanese Arts and Crafts Antique Drawstring Purse

Materials

Pottery

Antique Sterling Silver Mesh Evening Bag
Antique Sterling Silver Mesh Evening Bag

Antique Sterling Silver Mesh Evening Bag

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

continental European lady's evening bag is entirely made of sterling silver. The neck of this drawstring purse

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Drawstring Purse

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Cartier Burgundy Leather Drawstring Bucket Bag
Vintage Cartier Burgundy Leather Drawstring Bucket Bag

Vintage Cartier Burgundy Leather Drawstring Bucket Bag

By Cartier

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Item shows gentle signs of wear throughout, with minor scuffs and wrinkling on the leather. Minor chipping on the side as seen on the picture. Comes as is with its authenticity card....

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Early 1900s Antique Drawstring Purse

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 Drawstring Purse

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

mauve, grey and gold beads with red accents and black outlines. The bag has a bead decorated drawstring

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Drawstring Purse

Burberry Fringe Bucket Bag Haymarket Coated Canvas with Suede
Burberry Fringe Bucket Bag Haymarket Coated Canvas with Suede

Burberry Fringe Bucket Bag Haymarket Coated Canvas with Suede

By Burberry

Located in NY, NY

This Burberry Fringe Bucket Bag Haymarket Coated Canvas with Suede, crafted in brown Haymarket coated canvas and black suede, features rolled leather handle, fringe detailing and gol...

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15th Century and Earlier Antique Drawstring Purse

Louis Vuitton Drawstring Red Epi Petit Noe Bag
Louis Vuitton Drawstring Red Epi Petit Noe Bag

Louis Vuitton Drawstring Red Epi Petit Noe Bag

By Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Color: Red Material: Epi leather Date code: AR0975 Year: 1997 Condition: Good. Faint marks, scratches to leather, and a interior light stain mark. Made in France Measurements~ Heigh...

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Early 1900s French Antique Drawstring Purse

Louis Vuitton Monogram Noe GM
Louis Vuitton Monogram Noe GM

Louis Vuitton Monogram Noe GM

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H 13.5 in D 7.5 in L 10 in

Louis Vuitton Monogram Noe GM

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint Charles, IL

MODEL - Louis Vuitton Monogram Noe GM CONDITION - Very Good. Light to medium vachetta with watermarks and scuffing on base only, minor dryness and no cracking. Minor tarnishing an...

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1880s Antique Drawstring Purse

Vintage 1920's Drawstring Steel Beaded Purse
Vintage 1920's Drawstring Steel Beaded Purse

Vintage 1920's Drawstring Steel Beaded Purse

Located in New York, NY

. It has a beige croche finish to the drawstring, making it different from other purses It measures 9

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1920s Antique Drawstring Purse

Ralph Lauren Drawstring Bucket Bag Python
Ralph Lauren Drawstring Bucket Bag Python

Ralph Lauren Drawstring Bucket Bag Python

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H 14 in W 12.5 in D 8 in

Ralph Lauren Drawstring Bucket Bag Python

By Ralph Lauren

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Ralph Lauren Drawstring Bucket Bag Python is a unique and eye-catching minimalist

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Early 20th Century Antique Drawstring Purse

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By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo

Located in San Diego, CA

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1980s French Antique Drawstring Purse

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ROBERTO CAVALLI long dress

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By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Rubiera, RE

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2010s Italian Antique Drawstring Purse

Stunning Snakeskin Patchwork Coat with Sheared Mink Lining and Black Fox Trim
Stunning Snakeskin Patchwork Coat with Sheared Mink Lining and Black Fox Trim

Stunning Snakeskin Patchwork Coat with Sheared Mink Lining and Black Fox Trim

Located in Tustin, CA

The patchwork aesthetic is this fall and winter’s most sought after look, which was proven on the runways during fashion month. Designers created plenty of patchwork pieces for their...

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1970s American Antique Drawstring Purse

Vivienne Westwood Gold Metallic Lace Corset, fw 1993
Vivienne Westwood Gold Metallic Lace Corset, fw 1993

Vivienne Westwood Gold Metallic Lace Corset, fw 1993

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival Vivienne Westwood Corset ▪ Fall-Winter 1993 ▪ Gold metallic lace ▪ Ivory cotton mesh side panels ▪ Built-in boning ▪ Zip closure at the centre-back ▪ Size: UK10 - US6...

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1990s British Antique Drawstring Purse

Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970
Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970

Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970

Located in University City, MO

Exotic oyster silk embroidered gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970 The elegant vintage silk gown is embellished with elaborate floral embroidery that circles the hemline The i...

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1970s Indian Antique Drawstring Purse

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Oscar de la Renta Corsage Cocktail Dress  New!

Oscar de la Renta Corsage Cocktail Dress New!

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Oscar de la Renta strapless lace and silk corsage cocktail dress offered in brand new condition. Hand ruched black lace bodice with large attached rosette corsage. Bodice extends ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Antique Drawstring Purse

Vintage 2004 Roberto Cavalli Green Print Mini Dress
Vintage 2004 Roberto Cavalli Green Print Mini Dress

Vintage 2004 Roberto Cavalli Green Print Mini Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in London, GB

From Roberto Cavalli 2004 collection. Featuring a halter neck silhouette, it is adorned with intricate sequin and bead embellishments, enhancing the striped green, yellow, and ivory ...

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Early 2000s Italian Antique Drawstring Purse

Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket

Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket

By Giorgio Armani

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...

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1990s Italian Antique Drawstring Purse

Alexander McQueen 1990s Vintage Fucsia Viscose Adjustable Flared Dress
Alexander McQueen 1990s Vintage Fucsia Viscose Adjustable Flared Dress

Alexander McQueen 1990s Vintage Fucsia Viscose Adjustable Flared Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Capri, IT

Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress McQueen adjustable flared dress totally made in italy size 40 composition: viscose

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1990s Italian Antique Drawstring Purse

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34

By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Switzerland, CH

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunning piece consisting of pants and jacke...

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Early 2000s French Antique Drawstring Purse

Emanuel Ungaro Ethereal Silk Chiffon Bias Cut Dress Gown
Emanuel Ungaro Ethereal Silk Chiffon Bias Cut Dress Gown

Emanuel Ungaro Ethereal Silk Chiffon Bias Cut Dress Gown

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Emanuel Ungaro dreamlike evening dress fashioned of layers of silk chiffon. Shade is a very soft pearl white with underdress of light blue. So it creates an attractive visual sha...

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Early 2000s Antique Drawstring Purse

1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Velvet Russian Collection Jacket w/Silk Ties
1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Velvet Russian Collection Jacket w/Silk Ties

1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Velvet Russian Collection Jacket w/Silk Ties

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Studio City, CA

1970's Yves Saint Laurent Russian collection black velvet jacket with Pierrot collar and black silk cord neck ties. In excellent condition - size tag 40.

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1970s French Antique Drawstring Purse

Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag

Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag

$2,799Sale Price|20% Off

H 11 in W 8 in L 20 in

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By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...

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1990s Italian Antique Drawstring Purse

1990 Christian Lacroix Lace Dress
1990 Christian Lacroix Lace Dress

1990 Christian Lacroix Lace Dress

$1,920Sale Price|20% Off

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1990 Christian Lacroix Lace Dress

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Austin, TX

CHRISTIAN LACROIX lace floral dress  Condition: Excellent 29.5" bust, 26" waist, 29" hips, 42" length size US 4 / FR 36 / S

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1990s French Antique Drawstring Purse

Vivienne Westwood taupe lace and knitted adjustable bra, ss 1996
Vivienne Westwood taupe lace and knitted adjustable bra, ss 1996

Vivienne Westwood taupe lace and knitted adjustable bra, ss 1996

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

Vivienne Westwood taupe rib-knit bra with lace trim and drawstring bow fastening Spring-Summer 1996

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1990s British Antique Drawstring Purse

New 90s Bruno Frisoni Black and White Tuxedo Heels Mules Shoes Size 35. 5 / 5.5
New 90s Bruno Frisoni Black and White Tuxedo Heels Mules Shoes Size 35. 5 / 5.5

New 90s Bruno Frisoni Black and White Tuxedo Heels Mules Shoes Size 35. 5 / 5.5

Located in San Diego, CA

Spectacular brand new Bruno Frisoni black and white 'tuxedo' style heels! Frisoni, currently the chief designer for Roger Vivier, began his fashion career in 1980, at Jean-Louis Schr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Antique Drawstring Purse

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Antique Drawstring Purse For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary antique drawstring purse you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Beige, Purple and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique drawstring purse may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Fortuny, Louis Vuitton and Burberry 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 Antique Drawstring Purse?

Prices for an antique drawstring purse can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $350 and can go as high as $2,793, while, on average they fetch $678.

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.

Questions About Antique Drawstring Purse
  • 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.