Antique Backpacks
19th Century Swedish Woven Birch Backpack
Located in Chicago, IL
19th century Swedish woven birch backpack. Unusual woven birch backpack with leather straps. Found
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19th Century Swedish Antique Backpacks
Materials
Birch
19th Century Tribal Handwoven Rattan Backpack with Inner Pockets
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique hand-woven rattan backpack with three inner pockets and rustic character. Experience a
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19th Century Thai Tribal Antique Backpacks
Materials
Rattan
Tall Backpack Basket from Laos, Tribal object, Early 20th century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Tall Backpack Basket
Laos
Mid 20th century (or earlier)
Bamboo and rattan, twill weave
16.5″ high x
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Early 20th Century Laotian Tribal Antique Backpacks
Materials
Bamboo, Natural Fiber, Rattan
Antique Swedish Wooden basket backpack 1800's Handmade Folk Craft
Located in Forest, BE
Swedish antique pine and birch wooden backpack storage box. It was use to pickup the berries in the
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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Backpacks
Materials
Birch, Pine
Meissen Rococo Group, Shpherd Couple Under Trees, by J.J. Kaendler, Ca 1860
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
other, next to a lying sheep, a backpack leaning against a tree, a shepherd's crook, a hat and a large
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1860s German Rococo Antique Backpacks
Materials
Porcelain
H 9.85 in W 9.85 in D 7.49 in
Continental Silver Novelty Figure of a Sojourner, circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
With an open container as his backpack and with detachable hat.
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1880s Antique Backpacks
Materials
Silver
"Winter Wonderland"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
journey.
Their layered winter clothing, fur hats, and backpacks suggest they are seasoned wanderers or
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19th Century Romantic Antique Backpacks
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Fine Napoleonic Antique French Empire Cabinet Bronze Officer Twisting Mustache
Located in New York, NY
his supple boots, each fold of his attractive waistcoat , military backpack, flag, cannon ball at his
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Backpacks
Materials
Bronze
true pair of French 19th century patinated Bronze marble statues of Grenadier
By Etienne-Henri Dumaige
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
backpacks and sachels slung down their backs. An Imperial Eagle is shown on one man's sachel
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19th Century French Antique Backpacks
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 16.75 in W 6.75 in D 5.25 in
Playful Antique Black Forest Bear Family Liquor Tantalus with Glasses & Decanter
By Black Forest
Located in Lisse, NL
beautifully etched glass brandy bottle rests inside the bear's 'wooden barrel backpack' and the six matching
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Backpacks
Materials
Glass, Wood
H 16.8 in W 11 in D 8 in
Original Antique Travel Poster Winter In Spain Malaga Balearic Islands Art Deco
Located in London, GB
Deco design depicting two people wearing backpacks, one holding a walking stick, standing on a hill
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1920s Spanish Art Deco Antique Backpacks
Materials
Paper
H 40.16 in W 27.56 in D 0.04 in
Johannes Philippus Galjaard, Figures On A Rural Track With Town Beyond
Located in Cheltenham, GB
walks towards them with a backpack - pursued by his obedient dog.
Note the river with its homespun
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1850s Dutch School Antique Backpacks
Materials
Wood Panel, Oil
Antique Native American Hopi Kachina Doll 'HeHeya Clown', Early 20th Century
By Native American Art
Located in Denver, CO
¾ inches in depth. The HeHeya Clown is depicted carrying a watermelon and a backpack, reflecting the
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Early 20th Century American Native American Antique Backpacks
Materials
Wood
H 11.5 in W 3.5 in D 3.75 in
Satsuma earthenware vase by kinkozan, Meiji period
By Kinkozan
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
backpack, on top of the backpack there are toys and dolls, he is surrounded with a group of 6 children, and
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1890s Japanese Meiji Antique Backpacks
Materials
Gold
Monumental French Vineyard Grape Picker's Harvest Hotte Hod Tall Wooden Basket
Located in Forney, TX
A most impressive antique country French vineyard grape picker's hotte / hod / harvest backpack
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Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Backpacks
Materials
Iron
H 31.5 in W 19.75 in D 9.25 in
Arts and Crafts Scottish Antique Bronze Plaque by James Pittendrigh MacGillivray
Located in Newark, England
. The Bronze Plaque features a cast male on a pilgrim with long walking staff and backpack filled for
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Early 1900s Scottish Arts and Crafts Antique Backpacks
Materials
Bronze
H 12.01 in W 6.5 in D 2.37 in
Creil et Montereau Faïence Transferware Assiette Parlantes Face Card Plates, S/8
By Creil et Montereau
Located in Philadelphia, PA
is the King OF Carreau, carrying cheerfully the backpack.
The clown is the Valet de Trefles, kicks
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1920s French French Provincial Antique Backpacks
Materials
Earthenware
Rare Japanese Traveling Cabinet Oi Edo Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
Served as a traveling cabinet as well as a shrine and carried like a backpack for the Buddhist
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Backpacks
Materials
Silk, Bamboo, Wood, Lacquer, Paper
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Milk Wooden Backpack, Switzerland, Early 1800
Located in New York, NY
This container was one fitted with a leather or fabric strap to be carried on the shoulders. It was used to carry milk.
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Early 19th Century Swiss Antique Backpacks
Materials
Spruce
Original Lifesize Model of a 19th Century Clock Peddler Figure, circa 1880
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
. This figure is dressed in the original old clothes and the original backpack with some old movements
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Late 19th Century German Belle Époque Antique Backpacks
Materials
Wood, Textile
H 70.87 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Original Antique Travel Poster Winter In Spain Malaga Balearic Islands Art Deco
Located in London, GB
Deco design depicting two people wearing backpacks, one holding a walking stick, standing on a hill
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1920s Antique Backpacks
Materials
Paper
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Carved Satyr
Located in Aspen, CO
wicker basket backpack and cane.
In Greek mythology satyrs were half human, half goat deities who
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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Backpacks
Gilt Bronze Figure of Dharmatala
Located in London, GB
, the face with heavy-lidded eyes, the hair pulled into a topknot, wearing a backpack, with a tiger on
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17th Century Tibetan Antique Backpacks
Exceptional Folk Art Marquetry Stand with Tri-fold Mirror
Located in Manalapan, NJ
photograph portrays two gentlemen with carved serpent canes, backpacks and top hats. Perfect attire for the
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19th Century American Antique Backpacks
Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo of a Wandering Samurai, Edo Period
Located in New York, NY
at his hip, a staff in his left hand and an armour backpack at his back. The head carved of wood
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1840s Japanese Edo Antique Backpacks
Materials
Textile
Gucci Chevron Marmont Backpack
By Gucci
Located in Amman, JO
Gucci Beige marmont backpack. Feauting chevron quilting and antique finish hardware. GG gold logo
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Backpacks
Vintage ANDREA PFISTER Black Alligator Leather Backpack
By Andrea Pfister
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage ANDREA PFISTER backpack comes in a black alligator leather featuring front pockets, top
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19th Century Antique Backpacks
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Palm Springs PM Backpack
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Palm Springs gives a stylish twist to the backpack, transforming a practical staple into an on
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Backpacks
Birch Reeded Backpack in Original Blue Painted Finish
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Late 19th century woven birch backpack. Robust bentwood frame and rim, with woven strips of birch
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Backpacks
Materials
Birch, Pine
Early 20th Century Swiss Army Cowhide Backpack, circa 1945
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
This is an original Swiss Army cowhide and leather backpack lined with fabric on the
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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Backpacks
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Japanese Antique Wooden Box / Backpack Type / Coffee Table / Square Stool
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
can imitate.
A backpack-shaped wooden box made around the Meiji to early Showa period (1886-1940
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Backpacks
Materials
Cedar
H 20.87 in W 16.74 in D 16.93 in
Antique German Papier Mâché Easter Egg Candy Container Duck Backpack Basket
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique German papier mâché Easter egg candy container, featuring a lithograph of a duck walking with a basket of eggs. Measure: 3".
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Backpacks
Materials
Paper
H 2 in W 1.75 in D 2.75 in
A Wooden German Carving of A Hunter with Dog
Located in Hixson, TN
A brilliant wooden carving of a German hunter with his dog and game in hand, strapped backpack
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Early 20th Century German Antique Backpacks
19th Century Birch Reeded Basket or Rucksack
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Late 19th century woven birch backpack. Robust bentwood frame and rim, with woven strips of birch
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Backpacks
Materials
Birch, Pine
The Family of Peasants Walking - Etching by Rembrandt - 1652ca
By Rembrandt van Rijn
Located in Roma, IT
with three short vertical lines added to the peasant's travel backpack.
At the bottom right you can
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1650s Old Masters Antique Backpacks
Materials
Etching
H 4.53 in W 3.67 in D 0.04 in
French Black Forest Carved Gun or Coat Rack with Horns and Deer Head Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
to hang coats, backpacks or hats near an entry, closet or door. The black forest piece is in
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Early 20th Century French Black Forest Antique Backpacks
Materials
Horn, Walnut
H 52 in W 30.5 in D 6.5 in
Vintage English Housekeeper's Cupboard
Located in Mckinney, TX
and backpacks in the mudroom.
Found in England, circa 1920. Constructed from solid wood. Original
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Early 19th Century English Antique Backpacks
Materials
Wood
Original Vintage Youth Hostel Association Travel Poster - Come To Ulster Ireland
Located in London, GB
countryside with backpacks and walking sticks, the man pointing towards sailing boats at sea in the distance
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1920s British Antique Backpacks
Materials
Paper
H 39.77 in W 24.41 in D 0.04 in
Turban Shell Hall from the series Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji
By Katsushika Hokusai
Located in Burbank, CA
rather than grey as the colors of the pilgrim’s backpacks, and the lower area next to the man dressed in
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1830s Edo Antique Backpacks
Materials
Mulberry Paper, Woodcut
Pair of Han Dynasty Pottery Horses and Equestrian Riders
Located in Dallas, TX
particularly appreciate the backpacks on the warriors. Guaranteed authentic with provenance and COA
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Backpacks
Materials
Terracotta
Chanel vintage mustard Caviar Leather Backpack
Located in Carnate, IT
Vintage Chanel backpack.
In mustard-coloured quilted caviar leather. Silvered hardware but oxidized
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18th Century and Earlier Antique Backpacks
Vintage Chinese Bamboo Backpack Lamp with Burlap Shade
Located in Malibu, CA
Custom made table lamp created from a vintage Chinese bamboo backpack.
Finial & new burlap shade
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Early 20th Century Asian Other Antique Backpacks
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
Antique gyosho tansu Japanese peddler's backpack of drawers Edo-Meiji 1860s-1910
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
, like a modern-day backpack. There're iron rings to attach the shoulder belt, and curbed wooden plate as
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Backpacks
Materials
Wood
H 23.23 in W 11.82 in D 12.29 in
19th Century French Chinoiserie Ormolu Caddy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
backpacks and the cart for cigars or cigarettes, can hold flowers or a used a vide-poche.
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Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Backpacks
Materials
Ormolu
19th Century Scottish Carved Polychrome Wood Figure of Military Drummer
Located in Dallas, TX
a traditional Scottish military drummer with carved hat, backpack, sword, drum and drumsticks
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Late 19th Century Scottish Antique Backpacks
Materials
Wood
Filipino Woven Bamboo Pack Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
once used for harvesting crops or carrying personal belongings as a backpack. The basket is beautifully
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Early 20th Century Philippine Rustic Antique Backpacks
Materials
Bamboo
19th Century Hand Carved Black Forest Gun or Wall Rack
Located in Birmingham, AL
could be used to hold three guns horizontally or could also be used to hang coats, hats, or backpacks
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1890s French Black Forest Antique Backpacks
Materials
Oak
20th Century Black Forest Carved Gun Rack with Horns and Dog Head Sculptures
Located in Dallas, TX
be used to hang coats, backpacks or hats near an entry, closet or door. The Black Forest piece is in
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Early 20th Century French Black Forest Antique Backpacks
Materials
Horn, Walnut
H 27.75 in W 29.75 in D 5 in
Japanese Lacquer Box, Kobako, "The Ivy Way", Edo Period, 19th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
black lacquer. The cover of the box features a large oi, a backpack used by traveling mountain monks and
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Backpacks
Materials
Lacquer
Austro/Bohemian Majolica Bavarian Reservist Military Pottery Figure
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
side, his bayonet hanging from his waist and wearing an ammunition backpack. The base is impressed 2163
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Late 19th Century Austrian Late Victorian Antique Backpacks
Materials
Pottery
Chanel Quilted Mini Backpack - dark brown/gold
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Baarn, NL
Vintage 90's mini Chanel backpack in dark brown lambskin leather with gold-tone hardware, adorable
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Early 20th Century French Antique Backpacks
Large Wooden Backpack
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Wooden butter churn backpack used by farmers in the Gansu region of China. Provincial iron
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Backpacks
Woven Wood Hanging Baskets / Backpacks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage traveling backpacks with wood latticework and closing hardware.
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Early 20th Century American Primitive Antique Backpacks
Very Rare Shiebler Sterling Military Backpack Cigarette Case and Match Safe
By Schiebler
Located in New York, NY
with the backpack straps and the rolled blanket detailing. The top section holds the matches while the
Category
19th Century American Antique Backpacks
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 3.75 in W 3.13 in D 0.75 in
Japanese Farmer's Basket
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Japanese farmer's basket/backpack from northern Japan was originally used for gathering
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Backpacks
Materials
Pine, Bamboo, Twine
French painted grape hotte with original straps
Located in Sheffield, MA
back, it is a 19th century backpack. These pieces look wonderful on a wall, holding dried flowers or on
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19th Century French Antique Backpacks
Materials
Metal
Grape Hopper
Located in Fairhope, AL
pictured above. The ones with the crests and Paintings are a bit more. Grape hoppers are the backpacks
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19th Century French Antique Backpacks
Oak Schoolhouse Cabinet with Bench
Located in Minneapolis, MN
opens up to allow for extra storage space. It’s the perfect spot to keep your coats, shoes, backpacks
Category
1920s American Schoolhouse Antique Backpacks
Materials
Oak
Original Vintage Youth Hostel Association Travel Poster - Come To Ulster Ireland
Located in London, GB
countryside with backpacks and walking sticks, the man pointing towards sailing boats at sea in the distance
Category
1920s Antique Backpacks
Materials
Paper
Chanel Black Tweed Runway Rolled Backpack- TWO BAGS
By Chanel
Located in Malibu, CA
Chanel Black Tweed Double Bag Roll Backpack- PRISTINE
From the Fall Winter 2010 Runway
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Backpacks
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Hand Woven Rattan and Bamboo Thai 19th Century Grain Basket with Tapering Lines
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Thai hand-woven rattan, bamboo and wood grain basket from the 19th century, with tapering lines and rustic character. Created in Thailand during the 19th century, this gra...
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19th Century Thai Antique Backpacks
Materials
Rattan, Bamboo, Wood
Ikat Textile from Flores Island, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Ikat textile originates from the Island of Flores, Indonesia. It is hand-woven using naturally dyed yarns via a method passed on through generations. This textile is tubular for...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Antique Backpacks
Materials
Yarn
Early 20th Century Tribal Head Wrap, Northern Laos
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early 20th century tribal head wrap, tai daeng ethnic group, northern laos
This head wrap is silk supplementary weft patterned panels stitched to a length of indigo dyed cotton. The...
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Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Tribal Antique Backpacks
Materials
Silk, Cotton
Ceremonial Cloth 'Tapis' of Lampung
Located in Roma, IT
This ceremonial cloth 'Tapis' of Lampung is in silk and cotton with golden strings.
A very similar tapis is at the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco (inv. n. 1991.38).
Very good cond...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Modern Antique Backpacks
Materials
Gold
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Antique Backpacks For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of antique backpacks for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer black antique backpacks, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find brown, gray and more options on these pages. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many classic iterations of antique backpacks over the years, but those made by Chanel, Gucci and Louis Vuitton Supreme are often thought to be among the most stylish. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.
How Much are Antique Backpacks?
The prices for antique backpacks start at $521 and top out at $9,920 with these items, on average, selling for $3,082.