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Bakelite Purses

Marbleized Gray Bakelite Purse, 1950's
Marbleized Gray Bakelite Purse, 1950's

Marbleized Gray Bakelite Purse, 1950's

Located in New York, NY

Marbleized Gray Bakelite Purse from the 1950's. Unusual shape with curved handles decorated with

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1950s American Novelty Bags

Cowhide Handbag with Bakelite Clasp
Cowhide Handbag with Bakelite Clasp

Cowhide Handbag with Bakelite Clasp

Located in Alford, MA

1960s chic and roomy double-handled handbag with gold metal frame and Bakelite clasp. Interior is

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1960s Unknown Handbags and Purses

Lavishly Beaded Pouch with Bakelite Frame
Lavishly Beaded Pouch with Bakelite Frame

Lavishly Beaded Pouch with Bakelite Frame

Located in New York, NY

Unusual large beaded "pouch" style bag circa 1960 with black bakelite and chrome deco style frame

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1960s South Korean Handbags and Purses

Charles Jourdan Bakelite Clutch Bag
Charles Jourdan Bakelite Clutch Bag

Charles Jourdan Bakelite Clutch Bag

$572

H 6.7 in D 1.97 in L 9.06 in

Charles Jourdan Bakelite Clutch Bag

By Charles Jourdan

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Charles Jourdan -(Made in France) Bakelite clutch. To note, clasp and bakelite are damaged

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1970s French Clutches

Patchwork Clutch with Bakelite Frame
Patchwork Clutch with Bakelite Frame

Patchwork Clutch with Bakelite Frame

$260Sale Price|20% Off

H 6 in W 9 in D 1.5 in

Patchwork Clutch with Bakelite Frame

Located in Alford, MA

complementary colors. Carved bakelite frame and hinged clasp.

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Late 20th Century American Clutches

Fold Over Bottega Veneta Suede and Bakelite Clutch
Fold Over Bottega Veneta Suede and Bakelite Clutch

Fold Over Bottega Veneta Suede and Bakelite Clutch

By Bottega Veneta

Located in New York, NY

Elegant foldover clutch from Bottega Veneta in rust suede with faux striated tortoise bakelite

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1970s Italian Handbags and Purses

High Art Deco Bakelite Dog Clutch
High Art Deco Bakelite Dog Clutch

High Art Deco Bakelite Dog Clutch

Located in New York, NY

Rare Collectible High Art Deco Bakelite Dog Calf Leather Clutch from the 1930's by Virginia Bags. A

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1930s Unknown Clutches

Chanel bakelite bag 2000s
Chanel bakelite bag 2000s

Chanel bakelite bag 2000s

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in Italy) Black and white bakelite bag with a black fabric interior. Piece with a

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Koret Bakelite Trimmed Double Pouch Bag
Koret Bakelite Trimmed Double Pouch Bag

Koret Bakelite Trimmed Double Pouch Bag

By Koret

Located in New York, NY

Koret Double Pouch Bag in black calf leather with caramel bakelite trim. A practical attached

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1940s American Top Handle Bags

Art Deco Jeweled Bakelite Flapper Minaudiere
Art Deco Jeweled Bakelite Flapper Minaudiere

Art Deco Jeweled Bakelite Flapper Minaudiere

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Jeweled Bakelite Minaudiere. Black Celluloid with blue bakelite fittings and sapphire

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1920s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

1970s Art Deco Style Black Leather and Bakelite Clutch by Colombetti Milano
1970s Art Deco Style Black Leather and Bakelite Clutch by Colombetti Milano

1970s Art Deco Style Black Leather and Bakelite Clutch by Colombetti Milano

Located in Aci Castello, IT

feature is the wide, wavy black Bakelite (or high-quality early plastic) frame piece that forms the top

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Mid-20th Century Italian Clutches

1950s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Evening Bag
1950s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Evening Bag

1950s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Evening Bag

$334

H 6.7 in W 7.88 in D 1.58 in L 19.69 in

1950s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Evening Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

1950s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Evening Bag This exquisite 1950s Italian evening bag is a

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Mid-20th Century Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Art Deco Apple Juice Bakelite Faille Bag
Art Deco Apple Juice Bakelite Faille Bag

Art Deco Apple Juice Bakelite Faille Bag

Located in New York, NY

Charming Art Deco Bakelite Bag in a black ribbed cotton rayon blend. An applejuice hand carved

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1930s American Top Handle Bags

1950s Mid-Century Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Mini Bag
1950s Mid-Century Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Mini Bag

1950s Mid-Century Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Mini Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This is a 1950s Mid-Century Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Mini Bag. The bag is a striking

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Mid-20th Century Italian Shoulder Bags

1970s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Shoulder Bag
1970s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Shoulder Bag

1970s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Shoulder Bag

$298

H 5.32 in W 7.88 in D 2.37 in L 17.72 in

1970s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Shoulder Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

. The bag's body is crafted from a rich, deep navy-blue material with a high-gloss Bakelite, forming a

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Mid-20th Century Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

1960s Black Leather and Bakelite Italian Evening Bag
1960s Black Leather and Bakelite Italian Evening Bag

1960s Black Leather and Bakelite Italian Evening Bag

$274

H 5.52 in W 6.7 in D 1.97 in L 18.9 in

1960s Black Leather and Bakelite Italian Evening Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Bakelite, giving it a smooth, polished, and structured appearance. The hard-cased front and back are a

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Mid-20th Century Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

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

sophisticated use of Bakelite in high fashion. The bag features a sleek, structured body crafted from a high

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Mid-20th Century Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

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

$417

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

Bakelite with a sleek, structured silhouette. Its minimalist form is elevated by elegant details, including

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Mid-20th Century Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

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

$322

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

sophisticated use of Bakelite in high fashion. The bag features a sleek, structured body crafted from a high

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Mid-20th Century Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Bobbie Jerome 1950s Sculptural Velvet Handbag with Bakelite Handles
Bobbie Jerome 1950s Sculptural Velvet Handbag with Bakelite Handles

Bobbie Jerome 1950s Sculptural Velvet Handbag with Bakelite Handles

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous rich black silk velvet handbag with rounded deep orange Bakelite top handles. It has a

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1950s American Top Handle Bags

Whiting & Davis Black Mesh Evening Bag with Orange Bakelite Handle
Whiting & Davis Black Mesh Evening Bag with Orange Bakelite Handle

Whiting & Davis Black Mesh Evening Bag with Orange Bakelite Handle

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

frame and orange Bakelite top handle. Gold-tone kiss-lock clasp closure. Classic trapezoid silhouette

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1950s American Top Handle Bags

1950s Art Deco Fake Tortoiseshell Bakelite Italian Minaudière by Ipes
1950s Art Deco Fake Tortoiseshell Bakelite Italian Minaudière by Ipes

1950s Art Deco Fake Tortoiseshell Bakelite Italian Minaudière by Ipes

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This vintage Italian handbag is a striking example of mid-century Bakelite craftsmanship

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Mid-20th Century Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950s Art Deco Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Shoulder Bag
1950s Art Deco Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Shoulder Bag

1950s Art Deco Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Shoulder Bag

$357

H 5.91 in W 9.06 in D 1.58 in L 19.3 in

1950s Art Deco Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Shoulder Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

-gloss bakelite, this bag features a beautifully curved flap closure that seamlessly integrates with its

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Mid-20th Century Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

A carved Bakelite framed golden velvet handbag, France, 1920s
A carved Bakelite framed golden velvet handbag, France, 1920s

A carved Bakelite framed golden velvet handbag, France, 1920s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

and hand coloured Bakelite frame, the handle is made from celluloid, typical of many of the designs of

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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950s High Quality Bakelite and Woven White Cotton Italian Hand-Bag
1950s High Quality Bakelite and Woven White Cotton Italian Hand-Bag

1950s High Quality Bakelite and Woven White Cotton Italian Hand-Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

white colored Bakelite, which provides a warm, translucent glow reminiscent of real mother pearl.. The

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Mid-20th Century Italian Top Handle Bags

1950s Art Deco Style Cream Toned Bakelite and Leather Evening Bag
1950s Art Deco Style Cream Toned Bakelite and Leather Evening Bag

1950s Art Deco Style Cream Toned Bakelite and Leather Evening Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This chic vintage Italian mini shoulder bag is a standout piece crafted in cream Bakelite and

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Mid-20th Century Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

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

handle, crafted from rich, mottled brown Bakelite. The handle itself is an elegant chain of large

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Mid-20th Century Italian Top Handle Bags

An unusual Bakelite frame and silk  'butterfly' handbag, English, 1920s.
An unusual Bakelite frame and silk  'butterfly' handbag, English, 1920s.

An unusual Bakelite frame and silk 'butterfly' handbag, English, 1920s.

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

coloured thin Bakelite. Piped in cream silk, and beautifully lined, with cream silk and silk flower trim

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1920s British Evening Bags and Minaudières

A carved Bakelite framed and cream enamelled mesh handbag, 1930s.
A carved Bakelite framed and cream enamelled mesh handbag, 1930s.

A carved Bakelite framed and cream enamelled mesh handbag, 1930s.

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

Davis, with a bold hand carved cream Bakelite frame and chain handle, with stylised floral motifs, with

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1930s British Evening Bags and Minaudières

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 Top Handle Bags

1970 Art Deco Style Black Bakelite and Gilded Brass Italian Shoulder Bag
1970 Art Deco Style Black Bakelite and Gilded Brass Italian Shoulder Bag

1970 Art Deco Style Black Bakelite and Gilded Brass Italian Shoulder Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

a sleek, structured body made from what appears to be black bakelite or a similar resin material

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Mid-20th Century Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

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

“alumesh” (enamel plated aluminum mesh) purse with “creamed corn” color Bakelite top frame, clasp and chain

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1940s American Top Handle Bags

A Rare 2000s Black Caviar Leather and Bakelite Top Handle Bag By Chanel
A Rare 2000s Black Caviar Leather and Bakelite Top Handle Bag By Chanel

A Rare 2000s Black Caviar Leather and Bakelite Top Handle Bag By Chanel

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Aci Castello, IT

feature is its striking double hoop top handle in a rich, reddish-brown Bakelite, offering a unique

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Christian Dior "Samurai" Bakelite and Pink Leather Bucket Bag, 2007
Christian Dior "Samurai" Bakelite and Pink Leather Bucket Bag, 2007

Christian Dior "Samurai" Bakelite and Pink Leather Bucket Bag, 2007

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Dior - (Made in Italy) Bakelite and pink leather bucket bag. Bag with a serial number. 2007 Fall

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Early 2000s Italian Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

1980s Italian Pop Art Sculpture of a Purse, Museum Mounted
1980s Italian Pop Art Sculpture of a Purse, Museum Mounted

1980s Italian Pop Art Sculpture of a Purse, Museum Mounted

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1980s Italian Pop Art Sculpture of a Purse, Museum Mounted A striking and possibly one-of-a-kind

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20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

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Set of Three American Art Deco Bakelite Purse Watches by Westclox.
Set of Three American Art Deco Bakelite Purse Watches by Westclox.

Set of Three American Art Deco Bakelite Purse Watches by Westclox.

By Westclox, Simon de Vaulchier, George W. Blow

Located in Port Hope, ON

This fabulously styled set of three Bakelite hand bag or purse watches were designed by Westclox

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Rare 1950's Morris Moscowitz Beige Leather Purse - Bakelite Hardware
Rare 1950's Morris Moscowitz Beige Leather Purse - Bakelite Hardware

Rare 1950's Morris Moscowitz Beige Leather Purse - Bakelite Hardware

By Morris Moscowitz

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Presented here is a beautiful purse produced by Morris Moscowitz Co. The bag is from the 1950's

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1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Art Deco, Rare black Suede Handbag, with carved Appl juice Bakelite Frame
Art Deco, Rare black Suede Handbag, with carved Appl juice Bakelite Frame

Art Deco, Rare black Suede Handbag, with carved Appl juice Bakelite Frame

Located in Daylesford, Victoria

Art Deco, Rare black Suede Handbag, with carved Apple juice Bakelite Frame and Black Bakelite clasp

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1920s English Evening Bags and Minaudières

Prada Leather and Denil bag with Bakelite Hardware
Prada Leather and Denil bag with Bakelite Hardware

Prada Leather and Denil bag with Bakelite Hardware

By Prada

Located in Paris, FR

Prada Denim and leather axi bag with bakelite hardware. Really good condition, just some light

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Early 2000s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Gilli Bakelite evening purse
Gilli Bakelite evening purse

Gilli Bakelite evening purse

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H 1.25 in W 4 in L 6.75 in

Gilli Bakelite evening purse

Located in New York, NY

Gilli Bakelite evening purse measures 6 3/4" in length, 4" in width and 1 1/4" in height. gold

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1950s American Clutches

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 Handbags and Purses

Tortoise Bakelite Minaudiere with Jewelled Clasp
Tortoise Bakelite Minaudiere with Jewelled Clasp

Tortoise Bakelite Minaudiere with Jewelled Clasp

Located in New York, NY

Attractive tapered tortoiseshell bakelite minaudiere with antique jewelled clasp with faux

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1970s American Handbags and Purses

Jimmy Choo Magazine Bakelite Clutch
Jimmy Choo Magazine Bakelite Clutch

Jimmy Choo Magazine Bakelite Clutch

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H 5.12 in D 1.97 in L 11.42 in

Jimmy Choo Magazine Bakelite Clutch

By Jimmy Choo

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Jimmy Choo -(Made in Italy) Bakelite pouch with magazine print. Additional information

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2010s Italian Clutches

Stunning 1930s Baby Crocodile and Bakelite Hand Bag
Stunning 1930s Baby Crocodile and Bakelite Hand Bag

Stunning 1930s Baby Crocodile and Bakelite Hand Bag

Located in Port Hope, ON

of wear and tear. The Bakelite accents are two-tone. The wide bands of golden Bakelite are mounted

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1930s Unknown Handbags and Purses

A Superb 40s Leather and Bakelite Box Bag
A Superb 40s Leather and Bakelite Box Bag

A Superb 40s Leather and Bakelite Box Bag

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H 4.5 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in

A Superb 40s Leather and Bakelite Box Bag

By Rosenfeld

Located in Gresham, OR

A fabulous Rosenfeld black leather and bakelite 40s box bag with mirrored lid. Interior is lined

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1940s American Handbags and Purses

Charles Jourdan Brown Bakelite Evening Bag
Charles Jourdan Brown Bakelite Evening Bag

Charles Jourdan Brown Bakelite Evening Bag

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H 5.91 in D 1.58 in L 7.09 in

Charles Jourdan Brown Bakelite Evening Bag

By Charles Jourdan

Located in Paris, FR

Collectible and rare brown bakelite bag, or clutch, from Charles Jourdan. Inside the bag the lining

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Mid-20th Century Italian Clutches

Gucci Vintage Bakelite Bag
Gucci Vintage Bakelite Bag

Gucci Vintage Bakelite Bag

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H 6.3 in D 2.96 in L 9.45 in

Gucci Vintage Bakelite Bag

By Gucci

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Iconic and rare Gucci bag Vintage from the 60's Leather Brown color Bakelite handle Golden and

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1960s Italian Top Handle Bags

Ultra Chic Black Leather Bag with Bakelite Clasp and Handles
Ultra Chic Black Leather Bag with Bakelite Clasp and Handles

Ultra Chic Black Leather Bag with Bakelite Clasp and Handles

Located in Gresham, OR

bakelite clasp and handles that interlock to close. Maker unknown. 2 inside pockets, one with zipper

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1950s American Handbags and Purses

Chanel leather and bakelite bag
Chanel leather and bakelite bag

Chanel leather and bakelite bag

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Brown leather quilted handbag. Bakelite clasp and handle. Authenticity

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1990s European Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Beige Bakelite Clutch Ornamented with Orangey Rhinestones, 2005
Chanel Beige Bakelite Clutch Ornamented with Orangey Rhinestones, 2005

Chanel Beige Bakelite Clutch Ornamented with Orangey Rhinestones, 2005

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Beige bakelite clutch ornamented with orangey rhinestones and a trimmings

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Yves Saint Laurent Handbag with Bakelite Handle
Yves Saint Laurent Handbag with Bakelite Handle

Yves Saint Laurent Handbag with Bakelite Handle

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H 7.09 in W 9.85 in D 3.94 in

Yves Saint Laurent Handbag with Bakelite Handle

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Handbag with bakelite handle. Additional information

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1970s French Novelty Bags

Carved applejuice Bakelite "Scottie Dog" handbag, English 1930s
Carved applejuice Bakelite "Scottie Dog" handbag, English 1930s

Carved applejuice Bakelite "Scottie Dog" handbag, English 1930s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

lining and the money/change purse set inside, typical of this period. The Bakelite is perfect, the two

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1930s British Novelty Bags

Rare Art Deco Bakelite Greyhound on a Leash Leather Clutch
Rare Art Deco Bakelite Greyhound on a Leash Leather Clutch

Rare Art Deco Bakelite Greyhound on a Leash Leather Clutch

Located in New Hope, PA

yellow Bakelite runs across the top of the supple brown leather clutch bag. A silver chain leash at his

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Clutches

Whiting & Davis Bicolor Mesh and Bakelite Handbag
Whiting & Davis Bicolor Mesh and Bakelite Handbag

Whiting & Davis Bicolor Mesh and Bakelite Handbag

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H 7.49 in W 3.15 in L 11.42 in

Whiting & Davis Bicolor Mesh and Bakelite Handbag

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Paris, FR

frame and closure, a rusty bakelite handle, a brown silk lining. Bottom Length: 11,4 in. ( 29cm

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1960s American Top Handle Bags

Rare Unusual 3 in 1 Bakelite handbag
Rare Unusual 3 in 1 Bakelite handbag

Rare Unusual 3 in 1 Bakelite handbag

Located in New York, NY

Bakelite. 1st, you have the option of having either a black-patent, or you can have a black silk bag, or

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1940s Unknown Top Handle Bags

Chanel Black and Cream Bakelite Small Shoulder Bag
Chanel Black and Cream Bakelite Small Shoulder Bag

Chanel Black and Cream Bakelite Small Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Black and Cream Bakelite Vintage Bag- Pristine; It appears never carried and has been

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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Beige Lambskin and Bakelite Vintage Classic Flap Bag
Chanel Beige Lambskin and Bakelite Vintage Classic Flap Bag

Chanel Beige Lambskin and Bakelite Vintage Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Beige Lambskin and Bakelite Vintage Classic Flap- Excellent Plus Condition Rare and

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

1930s Art Deco Orange Amber Bakelite Evening Shoulder Bag
1930s Art Deco Orange Amber Bakelite Evening Shoulder Bag

1930s Art Deco Orange Amber Bakelite Evening Shoulder Bag

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H 4.73 in W 9.45 in D 2.37 in L 22.05 in

1930s Art Deco Orange Amber Bakelite Evening Shoulder Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This 1930s Art Deco evening shoulder bag is crafted from rich amber-hued Bakelite, a highly

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Mid-20th Century Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Bonwit Teller Leather Handbag with Bakelite Hardware Vintage 60s Made in Italy
Bonwit Teller Leather Handbag with Bakelite Hardware Vintage 60s Made in Italy

Bonwit Teller Leather Handbag with Bakelite Hardware Vintage 60s Made in Italy

By Bonwit Teller

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

box calfskin leather, this bag is quality made: it features two top handles and Bakelite hardware! It

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1960s Italian Top Handle Bags

GUCCI Italian VINTAGE Navy Blue Leather HANDBAG Tote PURSE w/ Bakelite
GUCCI Italian VINTAGE Navy Blue Leather HANDBAG Tote PURSE w/ Bakelite

GUCCI Italian VINTAGE Navy Blue Leather HANDBAG Tote PURSE w/ Bakelite

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Elegant navy blue leather vintage handbag from the 70s by GUCCI, featuring bakelite emebellishment

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1960s Italian Top Handle Bags

Meyers Bakelite Armorial Handbag
Meyers Bakelite Armorial Handbag

Meyers Bakelite Armorial Handbag

By Meyers

Located in New York, NY

Bakelite ivory squares conjoined to form an unusual handbag from the 1950s, very reminiscent of

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1960s American Handbags and Purses

1930s Clutch with Carved Bakelite Clasp
1930s Clutch with Carved Bakelite Clasp

1930s Clutch with Carved Bakelite Clasp

Located in Alford, MA

Chic black leather Deco clutch with carved bakelite bar handle and back hand strap. The interior

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Clutches

1970s Fendi Brown Bakelite Clutch Bag
1970s Fendi Brown Bakelite Clutch Bag

1970s Fendi Brown Bakelite Clutch Bag

By Fendi

Located in London, GB

This early 1970s Fendi envelope bag is made from lustrous brown Bakelite with a clutch closure at

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1970s Italian Clutches

Black Suede and Bakelite Minaudiere Clutch
Black Suede and Bakelite Minaudiere Clutch

Black Suede and Bakelite Minaudiere Clutch

Located in New York, NY

Black Suede and Bakelite Minaudiere from the 1930's. Completely outfitted as a vanity case with

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1930s American Novelty Bags

Tortoise Bakelite Attache Case by Tano
Tortoise Bakelite Attache Case by Tano

Tortoise Bakelite Attache Case by Tano

Located in New York, NY

Large Tortoise Bakelite "Attache Case" Bag by Tano with black leather sides and interiors. Both

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1970s American Briefcases and Attachés

1950s Brown Bakelite and Leather Italian Clutch Bag
1950s Brown Bakelite and Leather Italian Clutch Bag

1950s Brown Bakelite and Leather Italian Clutch Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Bakelite with the classic elegance of genuine leather. The exterior features a sleek, rectangular Bakelite

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Mid-20th Century Italian Clutches

1950's Bakelite Tinsel Shot Seaweed Green Clutch
1950's Bakelite Tinsel Shot Seaweed Green Clutch

1950's Bakelite Tinsel Shot Seaweed Green Clutch

Located in New York, NY

Bakelite clutch of deep seaweed green shot with metallic gold tinsel. Echoes of a 1950's Floridian

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1950s American Clutches

Vintage Art Deco Leather & Bakelite Clutch Bag 1930s
Vintage Art Deco Leather & Bakelite Clutch Bag 1930s

Vintage Art Deco Leather & Bakelite Clutch Bag 1930s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A Vintage Art Deco Bakelite Clutch Bag from the 1930s. An eternally classic black leather clutch

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1930s Clutches

Carved Bakelite Art Deco Compact
Carved Bakelite Art Deco Compact

Carved Bakelite Art Deco Compact

Located in New York, NY

Carved Bakelite Art Deco Compact of finely carved and ribbed, butterscotch bakelite with concentric

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1930s American Wallets and Small Accessories

Bakelite and Crystal Deco Satin Bag
Bakelite and Crystal Deco Satin Bag

Bakelite and Crystal Deco Satin Bag

Located in New York, NY

Art deco bakelite framed purse frame set with pastes remounted by "Revivals" in the 1980's

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1980s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

2000s Chanel Black Bag with Bakelite
2000s Chanel Black Bag with Bakelite

2000s Chanel Black Bag with Bakelite

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W 14.18 in D 4.34 in L 12.6 in

2000s Chanel Black Bag with Bakelite

By Chanel

Located in Capri, IT

2000s Chanel black bag with bakelite. Rare item.

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Late 20th Century French Top Handle Bags

Isabel Canovas Black & Gold Silk Leather Green Bakelite Leaf Clutch, 1980s
Isabel Canovas Black & Gold Silk Leather Green Bakelite Leaf Clutch, 1980s

Isabel Canovas Black & Gold Silk Leather Green Bakelite Leaf Clutch, 1980s

By Isabel Canovas

Located in Boca Raton, FL

rectangular clutch. At the top, a striking lime green leaf frame, presumably made from Bakelite, encloses the

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1980s Unknown Clutches

Art Deco Apple Juice Bakelite Faille Bag
Art Deco Apple Juice Bakelite Faille Bag

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1940's Bakelite Box Bag with Trapunto Quilted Panels

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Located in New Hope, PA

and bottom of the bag are made from butterscotch colored bakelite. The strap and inset panels are made

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Vintage Gucci 1960s Leather & Bakelite Top Handle Bag
Vintage Gucci 1960s Leather & Bakelite Top Handle Bag

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A 1960s Gucci purse in mustard yellow leather with black bakelite top handle and clasp. Gold

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Chic woven straw, leather, bakelite and silk clutch bag, Alfred Dunhill, 1930s

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', with a Bakelite and brass closure fitting, trimmed in a soft pinky grey leather. There is some wear

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art deco apple green bakelite & rhinestone minaudiere 1920s

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Located in Wilmslow, GB

A delightful and totally original 1920s Art Deco apple green bakelite minaudiere. Featuring a case

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Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Rare Avant de Dormir Italia bakelite clutch. Rare model of 1960's Pop Art vintage, Made in Italy

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Carved Bakelite, exotic black leather handbag, by Salisbury's, English, 1930s

Carved Bakelite, exotic black leather handbag, by Salisbury's, English, 1930s

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decorative. Crowned with beautifully carved opaque amber Bakelite 'wings', the combination of the black and

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Vintage Brown Triple Hornback Alligator Skin Bakelite Hand Bag Purse 12"

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Located in Dayton, OH

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A 1980s Black Leather and Faux Tortoiseshell Bakelite Italian Top Handle Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

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Late 20th Century Italian Top Handle Bags

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Bakelite Purses For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of bakelite purses. If you’re looking for black bakelite purses and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in brown, beige 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 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many classic iterations of bakelite purses over the years, but those made by Chanel, Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

How Much are Bakelite Purses?

The prices for bakelite purses start at $125 and top out at $6,995 with these items, on average, selling for $573.

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.