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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 19th-century craftsmanship and textile art.

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1850s German Biedermeier Antique Drawstring Purse

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Leather, Glass

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, their sizes vary due to the dimensions of the cuts.They are exceedingly rare. The h...

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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, their sizes vary due to the dimensions of the cuts.They are exceedingly rare. ...

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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, their sizes vary due to the dimensions of the cuts.They are exceedingly rare.
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Drawstring Purse

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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 purse-it is possibly shape 381 which was issued in 1874 and described as "Money bag (ol...

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1870s English Japonisme Antique Drawstring Purse

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Porcelain

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

1920s Drawstring Multicolor Floral Steel Bag

Located in New York, NY

I was told this multicolor floral design purse is a drawstring purse appropriate for a garden dance.

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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

Stunning 90s Iconic CC bucket bag in a very rare color GREEN 24k gold plated cc ball hardware double large zippered interior pockets with cc charm round flat bottom green caviar lea...

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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 measures 8" in length by 5" in width, is lined in silk, is completely covered with gr...

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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 base.

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20th Century American Edwardian 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

"LOUIS VUITTON Kenyan Fawn & Gold Epi Leather Bi-Colour Vintage Noé This LOUIS VUITTON Noé is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Louis Vuitton Dust Bag. Circa 1995. Pri...

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19th Century French 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

"LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Vintage Petit Noé This LOUIS VUITTON Petit Noé is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Circa 1995. Primarily made from Epi Leather complimented by Gold...

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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

"LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Vintage Noé This LOUIS VUITTON Noé is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Circa 1993. Primarily made from Epi Leather complimented by Golden Brass har...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Drawstring Purse

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

Yves Saint Laurent Black Velvet Bag

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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

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

A beautiful deep green velvet and cut steel drawstring handbag, French, 1900s
A beautiful deep green velvet and cut steel drawstring handbag, French, 1900s

A beautiful deep green velvet and cut steel drawstring handbag, French, 1900s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

A simple yet sumptuous velvet handbag, very typical of its period, with a long double chain, and heavily decorated in cut steel beads. The long chain, which enables the bag to be clo...

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1910s French Antique Drawstring Purse

Alphonse Mucha Set of Nine "La Princess Lontaine" Watercolors
Alphonse Mucha Set of Nine "La Princess Lontaine" Watercolors

Alphonse Mucha Set of Nine "La Princess Lontaine" Watercolors

By Alphonse Mucha

Located in New York, NY

Bent forward in a gesture of obsequious persuasion, he clutches a red-and-gold drawstring purse and a cluster of gold chains beside an open chest overflowing with silks and swords.

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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Drawstring Purse

Materials

Paper

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 glaze, circa 1920. 14" high, 13" diameter.

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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

Circa pre-war, this finely made continental European lady's evening bag is entirely made of sterling silver. The neck of this drawstring purse is enhanced with a decorative collar ac...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Drawstring Purse

Materials

Sterling Silver

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 cream cord drawstrings that have beaded tabs at each end...The bag is lined in ivory...

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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

From a Beverly Hills collector, this sweet Art Deco beaded bag combines bright pink beads with mauve, grey and gold beads with red accents and black outlines. The bag has a bead de...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Drawstring Purse

Antique Victorian Micro Glass Beaded Flower Extra Large Drawstring Bag
Antique Victorian Micro Glass Beaded Flower Extra Large Drawstring Bag

Antique Victorian Micro Glass Beaded Flower Extra Large Drawstring Bag

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Exquisite antique Victorian beaded flower extra large drawstring bag. Pink satin lining Excellent condition Measurements flat: Height: 15inch/38cm with tassel - 13inch/33cm without...

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1870s French 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 Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs

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” x 10” has multicolor fringe adding another 2 inches to the purse.

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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-style bag perfect for modern fashionistas. Crafted in white genuine python skin, this...

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Early 20th Century Antique Drawstring Purse

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

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Silk Guipure Lace Exquisite 1930s Jacket Top
Silk Guipure Lace Exquisite 1930s Jacket Top

Silk Guipure Lace Exquisite 1930s Jacket Top

Located in Water Mill, NY

An intricate, stunning, vintage beige silk lace jacket, bolero, shrug, vest in varying stitches and patterns of flowers and petals- very elaborate. The shoulders are extended forming...

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1930s Unknown Antique Drawstring Purse

2000s KRIZIA Sheer micro mini beaded yellow
2000s KRIZIA Sheer micro mini beaded yellow

2000s KRIZIA Sheer micro mini beaded yellow

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2000s KRIZIA Sheer micro mini beaded yellow

By Krizia

Located in Austin, TX

2000s KRIZIA Sheer mini beaded nylon and spandex with beading Condition: Excellent 33" bust, 30" waist, 31" hips, 29" length One size ( fits US 0 - 6 ) 

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Early 2000s Unknown Antique Drawstring Purse

John Galliano black twill evening dress with floral feather appliqués, fw 2005
John Galliano black twill evening dress with floral feather appliqués, fw 2005

John Galliano black twill evening dress with floral feather appliqués, fw 2005

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

▪ John Galliano archival evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2005 ▪ Constructed from black acetate-viscose twill ▪ Silk flower stem shaped inserts ▪ Organza and tulle floral appliqués ▪ De...

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Early 2000s French Antique Drawstring Purse

Iconic 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Beaded Fringe Bustier Top
Iconic 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Beaded Fringe Bustier Top

Iconic 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Beaded Fringe Bustier Top

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Dallas, TX

1990s Dolce & Gabbana Beaded Fringe Bustier Top An iconic collector’s piece from the early '90s, this Dolce & Gabbana bustier is a standout example of the brand’s bold, embe...

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1990s Italian Antique Drawstring Purse

John Galliano floral print silk chiffon drop-waist floor-length dress, fw 2008
John Galliano floral print silk chiffon drop-waist floor-length dress, fw 2008

John Galliano floral print silk chiffon drop-waist floor-length dress, fw 2008

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

▪ John Galliano silk chiffon dress ▪ A sample made for Vogue ▪ Ivory and pink floral print with mauve base ▪ Cowl neckline ▪ Rolled shoulder straps ▪ Drop waist ▪ Multiple fabric ...

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Early 2000s French 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 silk velvet open-front jacket with Pierrot collar and black silk cord neck ties. In excellent condition - size tag 40. MEASUREMENTS...

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1970s 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

Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Coat with Embroidery and Pockets
Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Coat with Embroidery and Pockets

Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Coat with Embroidery and Pockets

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Unique hand made one- off a kind vintage colorful robe manteau. We offer more excluisive items, view our frontstore Embroidered with sequins and vintage Indian pieces gold brocade...

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20th Century Antique Drawstring Purse

New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 38
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 38

New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 38

By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Conroe, TX

Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Coll...

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Early 2000s Italian Antique Drawstring Purse

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Designer: Alexander McQueen ...

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1990s Italian Antique Drawstring Purse

Vintage Japanese hand made peach floral silk over coat maxi robe gown kimono
Vintage Japanese hand made peach floral silk over coat maxi robe gown kimono

Vintage Japanese hand made peach floral silk over coat maxi robe gown kimono

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Vintage Japanese kimono in 100% silk
 Handmade in Japan Floor length Pale peach with coloured print Comes with a blush pink silk ribbon that gives you the option to wear this open o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Antique Drawstring Purse

Art Deco Evening Bag. Old Shanghai
Art Deco Evening Bag. Old Shanghai

Art Deco Evening Bag. Old Shanghai

Located in New York, NY

Shanghai in the 1930s was considered the Paris of the East. Here a European export frame has been partnered with an antique 19th Century golden metallic Chinese textile to create a c...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Drawstring Purse

NWT 1990s Thomas Steinbruck Size 12 Black Gray Ombre Silk Vintage 90s Gown Dress
NWT 1990s Thomas Steinbruck Size 12 Black Gray Ombre Silk Vintage 90s Gown Dress

NWT 1990s Thomas Steinbruck Size 12 Black Gray Ombre Silk Vintage 90s Gown Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning brand new with original Bergdorf Goodman store tags still attached 1990s THOMAS STEINBRUCK black and grey silk evening gown! This rare find is so flattering on. Deep plungin...

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1990s American Antique Drawstring Purse

1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA cropped ecru linen RUNWAY jacket
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA cropped ecru linen RUNWAY jacket

1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA cropped ecru linen RUNWAY jacket

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

This 1986 cropped jacket by Azzedine Alaïa is cut from ecru linen and characterized by a close, tailored fit and minimal surface detail. The silhouette is short — ending above the wa...

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1980s French Antique Drawstring Purse

rare CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 1999 Mao Communist green skirt suit FR36/38
rare CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 1999 Mao Communist green skirt suit FR36/38

rare CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 1999 Mao Communist green skirt suit FR36/38

By Christian Dior

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 1999 Mao Communist green skirt suit FR36/38 Reference: TGAS/E00024 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Collection: SS 1999 Communist Material: Cotto...

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1990s French Antique Drawstring Purse

F/W 1999 Christian Dior by John Galliano Laser-Cut Suede Turtleneck Gown FR40
F/W 1999 Christian Dior by John Galliano Laser-Cut Suede Turtleneck Gown FR40

F/W 1999 Christian Dior by John Galliano Laser-Cut Suede Turtleneck Gown FR40

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting the most incredible laser-cut beige suede Christian Dior Boutique gown, designed by John Galliano. This full-length gown debuted from the Fall/Winter 1999 collection on th...

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1990s French 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.

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