1850 Austrian Enamel Coin Purse
Located in Vienna, AT
For sale is a unique little Biedermeier coin purse. Its case is made of brass covered in royal blue enamel. The lid displays an oval gold colored frame filled with white enamel with ...
Brass, Enamel
Antique Austria 935 Silver Enamel Vanity Perfume Minaudiere Purse Cigarette Case
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Up for sale is a wonderful original antique/vintage Austrian/Viennese solid .935 silver and black enamel minaudiere vanity purse case dating from the 1920's.
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Poodle Dog Holding Purse Austrian Vienna Bronze Circa 1900 Miniature Bronze
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A WHITE POODLE DOG CARRYING A PURSE.
Bronze
Swarovski Crystal Beaded Calfskin Leather Clutch
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning Daniel Swarovski crystal beaded clutch has tan buff calfskin leather with a light purple silk interior. The front is all crystals while the back is the tan supple leath...
Nina Ricci Evening Bag in Printed Satin, circa 1985-1990s
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Nina Ricci (Made in Austria) Evening bag in satin printed with small bags pattern. It features a gilded metal chain and a pink satin lining. Circa 1985-1990s. Additional information...
Pave Rhinestone Studded Evening Bag
By Neiman Marcus
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Pave Rhinestone Studded Evening Bag retailed by Neiman Marcus. Body of bag is made of a plasticized mesh which is embedded with Swarovski crystal rhinestones. The frame is co...
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. All in the Michael Powolny Weiner Werstatte style. 9", 11" with tassel.
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 kid leather lining. We are attributing our bag to Maria Likarz-Strauss, based on a...
Wiener Werkstatte Graphic Turquoise Blue Beaded Bag with Frame
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in New Hope, PA
From a Beverly Hills collector, this Wiener Werkstatte bag has a bold and graphic design executed in navy blue, gold, brick red and metallic beads, all set against a beaded turquoise...
Art Deco Precious Stone Jeweled Lame Evening Bag
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Evening Bag of sterling silver set with precious stones such as aquamarines, emeralds and rubies in the Neoclassical taste. The tightly gathered pouch body of the bag is of...
1900s Petit Point Purse
Located in Bozeman, MT
October 2011 - our last month on 1stdibs.
Be sure to visit our website, kakkoiimono.com, where you will discover almost 1,000 vintage finds. We'll be celebrating our ...
Unavailable
D 1 in Dm 4 in
Antique Austrian Leather Purse Tortoise Shell & Enamel Sterling Evening Purse
Located in San Marcos, CA
Along with others from a stunning estate collection of antique bags, this soft supple sueded kid leather evening purse is a rare look at the high fashion evening accessories of late ...
Sterling Silver
Circa 1920s Austrian Jeweled and Enameled Powder Compact
Located in Long Beach, CA
Circa 1920s gold tone Austrian powder compact with an engine turned design around the sides and on the bottom. The top of the compact has an enameled floral and leaf design and is b...
1970's NINA RICCI PARIS Austrian crystal evening minaudière bag
By Gerard Pipart
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Gorgeous, 1970's, NINA RICCI PARIS, Austrian crystal embellished minaudière. This dazzling minaudière features genuine, all-over, Austrian 'ice' crystals atop metal case. Gold...
Unavailable
H 4 in W 2.75 in L 6 in
Judith Leiber Silver Black Polka Dot Austrian Crystals "Sleeping Cat" Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Chicago, IL
Black, silver, and gold Austrian crystals truly sparkle on this "Sleeping Cat" clutch from Judith Leiber. Black polka dot print. Red, green, gold, and black crystals on front bow det...
Unavailable
H 1.07 in W 1.07 in L 3.71 in
14k Deco-Inspired Evening Cigarette Case for Purse/Handbag by Nettie Rosenstein
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in New York, NY
14 karat Deco-inspired evening CIGARETTE CASE for the purse or handbag by the renowned Austrian jewelry designer, Nettie Rosenstein.
Gold, 14k Gold
1920s Austrian Tapestry Bag
Located in London, GB
Lovely hand stitched floral tapestry bag with beautiful onyx clasp fastening and chain handle. This piece is fully lined in pale pink silk with two small internal pockets. Made in A...
60s Walborg Austrian Crystal Aurora Borealis Beaded Handbag
By Walborg
Located in Gresham, OR
A handmade Belgian crystal beaded handbag from Walborg in the 60s. Aurora borealis and clear crystal beads with silver tone frame and chain.
Austrian Petit Point Handbag With Compact & Cigarette Case, 1930’s
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charmingly unique 1930’s Austrian petit point handbag with double compartments and coordinating accessories including a powder compact, cigarette case and mirror. It has a flat si...
CHANEL Museum Grade Paris / Salzburg Austrian Charms Bag
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL · Museum-Grade Collectible Austrian Flap Bag with CC Brooches, Patches and Edelweiss Embroidery — “Austrian Messenger” from Paris / SALZBURG Métiers d’Art 2015 — Runway piec...
Kayman Coffee Brown Alligator Speedy Handbag, Circa 2000
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a brand new coffee brown alligator speedy handbag from Austria. It has two 6.5" handles, one large compartment with two interior pockets, one that is open and one that zips c...
Custom Made White and Pink Rhinestone Handbag, Circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a very rare, and beautiful white and pink rhinestone handbag with "star bursts", from the 1960's. The handbag has a 6" thin gold coil chain handle, a very detailed gold flip ...
Nina Ricci Black Ottoman Clutch
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Nina Ricci -(Made in Austria) Black ottoman clutch. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 22 cm, Height: 12 cm, Depth: 3 cm, Handle: 100 cm Condition: Very good condition Sel...
Wiener Werkstatte Leather Clutch with Original Box
Located in New Hope, PA
A fine and rare Wiener Werkstatte clutch handbag is decorated with concentric golden circles on the exterior of this pristine black leather bag. The interior of the bag is black moir...
Wiener Werkstatte Beaded Bag with Striking Enamel Frame
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in New Hope, PA
From a Beverly Hills collector, this eye catching Wiener Werkstatte micro beaded bag is decorated with floral and geometric patterns in bold primary colors. The beautiful enamel fra...
Nina Ricci Red Ottoman Bag
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Nina Ricci -(Made in Austria) Red ottoman bag. Additional information: Dimensions: Height: 18 cm, Width: 15 cm, Depth: 5 cm, Handle: 126 cm Condition: Very good condition Selle...
Nina Ricci Black Satin Evening Bag
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Nina Ricci - (Made in Austria) Black satin evening bag adorned with a gold metal and rhinestone jewel. Additional information: Dimensions: Width: 17 cm, Height: 13.5 cm, Depth: 7 c...
Gold Mesh Box Bag
Located in Alford, MA
First time we've seen mesh applied to a box bag. Made in Austria, this 1960s unusual mesh shape features a double handle, contoured top, and goldtone clasp. Beige fabric interior wit...
Sold
H 4.25 in D 1.75 in L 7.75 in
Crystal Leather Equine Minaudiere Clutch by Ermine Beverly Hills c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Crystal leather equine minaudiere clutch - shoulder bag by Ermine Beverly Hills The opulent handmade evening bag is designed with a pair of diamante' crystal horses mounted onto a...
Hermes Paris Vintage Cloisonné Enamel Flacon Bangle Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Iconic and highly collectible, this Hermès Flacon enamel bangle bracelet is a refined expression of the maison's artistic heritage and exceptional craftsmanship. The design showcases...
Wiener Werkstatte Beaded Bag with Sophisticated Color Palette
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in New Hope, PA
From a Beverly Hills collector, this bag has a sophisticated color palette taking this micro beaded Wiener Werkstatte bag to the next level. The graphic design is worked in black, wh...
Jolles Original Austrian Petit Point Tapestry Evening Bag, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
From the Victorian era through the 1930s, petit point and tapestry handbags enjoyed overwhelming popularity among the fashionable set, with the finest examples containing a minimum o...
SAVANNA Silver Austrian Crystal Crossbody Chain Strap Minaudiere Handbag Clutch
Located in Thiensville, WI
SAVANNA White Silver Austrian Crystal Crossbody Strap Minaudiere Handbag Clutch Estimated Retail: $825.00 Brand / Manufacturer: Savanna Style: Clutch / Shoulder bag Color(s): Shad...
1930s Black Leather Clutch
Located in Alford, MA
Black leather clutch from the 1930s with nice, clean lines, unadorned except for a diamond-shaped clasp that protrudes above the frame and a hand-hold strap on back. Silver metal acc...
Jolles Original Micro Micro Needlepoint Tapertry of Roses Handbag
Located in New York, NY
Jolles Original (Austria) micro micro hand-done needlepoint tapertry of "Roses" handbag has a combination of silver and gold hardware frame. The gold hardware chain measures 7" in he...
1950's Jolles Original Beaded Needlepoint Novelty Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
Prepare to be charmed by this 'crazy quilt' of a handbag from Jolles Original of Austria! Jolles has quite a storied history in the world of 20th century handbag design both due to ...
Wiener Werkstatte Beaded Bag
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in New Hope, PA
From a Beverly Hills collector, this bag has a stunning color combination and a wonderfully graphic design done in micro beads. This drawstring bag is a stunning example of Wiener We...
Wiener Werkstatte Drawstring Bag
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in New Hope, PA
From a Beverly Hills collector, a striking and graphic micro beaded Wiener Werkstatte design is worked on a deep red background, adding warmth and depth to the design. Teal blue bea...
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 bag — Birkin, 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.
What these styles lack in name recognition they more than make up for in cachet.
Before the Birkin there was the Haut à Courroies, which has become the chic carryall of choice for the league's most stylish athletes.
Accented with a sculptural golden handle and a pair of swishy tassels, the design never went into production.
These celebrities prove that the famous design works with both sleek dresses and streetwear.
Fashion designers are revisiting and reimagining the era's It bags.
The sale sets a new record for the highly coveted handbag.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.