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1970s Celine Red Wool Knit Cardigan with Chains
1970s Celine Red Wool Knit Cardigan with Chains

1970s Celine Red Wool Knit Cardigan with Chains

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

pockets at the hips, the left (when wearing) embroidered with the classic Celine horse and buggy logo

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1970s French Cardigans

1970s Celine Reptile Patterned Shoulder Trio Bag/Clutch
1970s Celine Reptile Patterned Shoulder Trio Bag/Clutch

1970s Celine Reptile Patterned Shoulder Trio Bag/Clutch

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

features gold tone tube style lock with the classic Celine horse and buggy logo and two patch flap pockets

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1970s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Celine silk "Horse Bit" rectangle scarf
Celine silk "Horse Bit" rectangle scarf

Celine silk "Horse Bit" rectangle scarf

By Celine

Located in New York, NY

Celine silk crepe de chine scarf measures 53" x 6". The scarf is double-face with two layers, and

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1980s Scarves

Celine 1990s Gold Tone Horse Emblem Leather Bracelet
Celine 1990s Gold Tone Horse Emblem Leather Bracelet

Celine 1990s Gold Tone Horse Emblem Leather Bracelet

By Celine

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Indulge in equestrian elegance with the Celine 1990s Gold Tone Horse Emblem Leather Bracelet. This

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1990s French Retro Bracelets

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo black horse hair O-ring zipper high top sneaker EU38
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo black horse hair O-ring zipper high top sneaker EU38

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo black horse hair O-ring zipper high top sneaker EU38

By Celine, Phoebe Philo

Located in Hong Kong, NT

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo black horse hair O-ring zipper high top sneaker EU38 Reference: NKLL/A00131

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Celine Vintage Mod Stripe Print Belted Tunic Vest
Celine Vintage Mod Stripe Print Belted Tunic Vest

Celine Vintage Mod Stripe Print Belted Tunic Vest

By Celine

Located in Boca Raton, FL

A signature equestrian motif gets the mod treatment in this amazing Céline vest. The horse bit

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1970s French Tunics

1970s Celine Canvas and Leather Clutch in Brown - Rare Find
1970s Celine Canvas and Leather Clutch in Brown - Rare Find

1970s Celine Canvas and Leather Clutch in Brown - Rare Find

$277Sale Price|29% Off

H 7.5 in W 10.25 in D 1.75 in

1970s Celine Canvas and Leather Clutch in Brown - Rare Find

By Celine

Located in Port Hope, ON

features the name Celine and a horse a carriage, a vintage trademark. The Celine Designer House was created

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1970s Clutches

Celine Gold Plated Cufflinks Horse Bit
Celine Gold Plated Cufflinks Horse Bit

Celine Gold Plated Cufflinks Horse Bit

By Christian Dior

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Celine Gold Plated Cufflinks Horse bit. Excellent condition. Come with velvet pouch.

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21st Century and Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Gold Plate

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Vintage CELINE PARIS Horse Carriage Medallion Enamel Link Bracelet
Vintage CELINE PARIS Horse Carriage Medallion Enamel Link Bracelet

Vintage CELINE PARIS Horse Carriage Medallion Enamel Link Bracelet

By Celine

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage CELINE PARIS Horse Carriage Medallion Enamel Link Bracelet Measurements: Height: 1.22

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Vintage 1980s French Charm Bracelets

1970s Celine Paris Vintage Sunglasses - Made in France
1970s Celine Paris Vintage Sunglasses - Made in France

1970s Celine Paris Vintage Sunglasses - Made in France

Located in Los Angeles, CA

coloured frames. Distinctive gold engraved logo Céline horse carriage on the outer hinges. Hand made in

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1970s French Sunglasses

Céline Horse Print Silk Square Scarf
Céline Horse Print Silk Square Scarf

Céline Horse Print Silk Square Scarf

By Celine

Located in London, GB

on both sides and pull to thread on the corner of this used Céline designer resale item

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21st Century and Contemporary British Scarves

1970s CELINE  Tan Wool Cape Vintage 70s Trench Coat
1970s CELINE  Tan Wool Cape Vintage 70s Trench Coat

1970s CELINE Tan Wool Cape Vintage 70s Trench Coat

By Celine

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage 1970s Celine Tan wool coat/ Cape Trench Coat Celine (horse carriage logo) on button Fit

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1970s French Coats

1970s Celine Tan Suede Lightweight Jacket
1970s Celine Tan Suede Lightweight Jacket

1970s Celine Tan Suede Lightweight Jacket

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

hips with small slits at side seams. Left pocket when wearing features a brown Celine horse and buggy

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1970s French Jackets

CELINE brown leather belt with gilt horse-bit hardware
CELINE brown leather belt with gilt horse-bit hardware

CELINE brown leather belt with gilt horse-bit hardware

By Celine

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Rich brown leather belt with gilt horse-bit hardware from Celine dating to the 1970's. Labeled a

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1970s French Belts

CELINE Vintage Large Horse Carriage Hexagon Circle Chunky Silver Gold Pendant
CELINE Vintage Large Horse Carriage Hexagon Circle Chunky Silver Gold Pendant

CELINE Vintage Large Horse Carriage Hexagon Circle Chunky Silver Gold Pendant

By Celine

Located in Wokingham, England

CELINE Vintage 1980s Classic Large Glow Horse Carriage Hexagon Circle Chunky Pendant Charm, Silver

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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

CELINE Vintage Large Horse Carriage Hexagon Circle Chunky Silver Gold Pendant
CELINE Vintage Large Horse Carriage Hexagon Circle Chunky Silver Gold Pendant

CELINE Vintage Large Horse Carriage Hexagon Circle Chunky Silver Gold Pendant

By Celine

Located in Wokingham, England

CELINE Vintage 1980s Classic Large Glow Horse Carriage Hexagon Circle Chunky Pendant Charm, Silver

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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

CELINE Vintage Large Horse Carriage Hexagon Circle Chunky Silver Gold Pendant
CELINE Vintage Large Horse Carriage Hexagon Circle Chunky Silver Gold Pendant

CELINE Vintage Large Horse Carriage Hexagon Circle Chunky Silver Gold Pendant

By Celine

Located in Wokingham, England

CELINE Vintage 1980s Classic Large Glow Horse Carriage Hexagon Circle Chunky Pendant Charm, Silver

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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Celine Vintage Mod Stripe Print Belted Tunic Vest
Celine Vintage Mod Stripe Print Belted Tunic Vest

Celine Vintage Mod Stripe Print Belted Tunic Vest

By Celine

Located in Boca Raton, FL

A signature equestrian motif gets the mod treatment in this amazing Céline vest. The horse bit

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1970s French Tunics

CELINE PARIS 1970s Vintage Ivory & Brown SUNGLASSES C1-00606
CELINE PARIS 1970s Vintage Ivory & Brown SUNGLASSES C1-00606

CELINE PARIS 1970s Vintage Ivory & Brown SUNGLASSES C1-00606

By Celine

Located in Rome, Rome

gold engraved logo Céline horse carriage on the outer hinges in gold tone metal. Hand made in France

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1950s French Sunglasses

Vintage Celine Black Leather Horse Carriage Flap Bag
Vintage Celine Black Leather Horse Carriage Flap Bag

Vintage Celine Black Leather Horse Carriage Flap Bag

By Celine

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Beautiful vintage Celine flap bag with gold horse carriage hardware. Box leather like, with

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1990s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Céline Vintage Logo Keychain
Céline Vintage Logo Keychain

Céline Vintage Logo Keychain

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W 1.58 in L 3.94 in

Céline Vintage Logo Keychain

By Celine

Located in London, GB

This vintage Gold-tone keychain from Céline features the brands signiture Horse and carriage logo

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20th Century French Decorative Objects

Vintage CELINE Box Shoulder Bag
Vintage CELINE Box Shoulder Bag

Vintage CELINE Box Shoulder Bag

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H 7 in D 2 in L 9 in

Vintage CELINE Box Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Never used Vintage Celine Box Handbag. Made in Italy. Rare, classic Celine box handbag with Horse

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Late 20th Century French Handbags and Purses

Celine Printed Cotton Day Shirt Blouse
Celine Printed Cotton Day Shirt Blouse

Celine Printed Cotton Day Shirt Blouse

By Celine

Located in Geneva, CH

Timeless unworn 70’s Céline shirt with iconic horse bit and monogram print on black background

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1970s French Blouses and Tops

CELINE HORSE CARRIAGE CARGO FLAP BAG BURGUNDY
CELINE HORSE CARRIAGE CARGO FLAP BAG BURGUNDY

CELINE HORSE CARRIAGE CARGO FLAP BAG BURGUNDY

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H 7.09 in W 9.45 in D 3.94 in Dm 11.42 in

CELINE HORSE CARRIAGE CARGO FLAP BAG BURGUNDY

By Celine

Located in Antwerp, BE

BURGUNDY CELINE HORSE CARRIAGE CARGO FLAP BAG Authentic CELINE Vintage Gold Black Horse Carriage

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20th Century Italian Shoulder Bags

Celine horse carriage clapse shoulder bag
Celine horse carriage clapse shoulder bag

Celine horse carriage clapse shoulder bag

Located in Antwerp, BE

This Navy Blue Leather Celine Handbag is a beautifully crafted classic Celine bag, featuring a

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21st Century and Contemporary Handbags and Purses

1970s Celine Box Bag with Celine Logo Buckle
1970s Celine Box Bag with Celine Logo Buckle

1970s Celine Box Bag with Celine Logo Buckle

By Celine

Located in New York, NY

Great leather Celine box style deep dark blue leather bag with classic Celine horse logo buckle and

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1970s French Handbags and Purses

Céline Saddle Bag
Céline Saddle Bag

Céline Saddle Bag

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H 7.09 in W 9.45 in D 2.37 in

Céline Saddle Bag

By Celine

Located in Antwerp, BE

Céline brown leather saddle shoulder bag. Céline horse and carriage logo at the front. Brass

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Celine, Grey Suede Bag with Matching Leather Trim
Celine, Grey Suede Bag with Matching Leather Trim

Celine, Grey Suede Bag with Matching Leather Trim

By Celine

Located in By Appointment Only, GB

iconic Celine 'Horse & Carriage' Clasp. probably made in circa 1980.

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Late 20th Century French Shoulder Bags

Celine Vintage Croco Horse Carriage Box Bag
Celine Vintage Croco Horse Carriage Box Bag

Celine Vintage Croco Horse Carriage Box Bag

By Celine

Located in Antwerp, BE

Up for offer today: this unique Céline vintage horse box bag crafted out of precious alligator skin

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Vintage CELINE PARIS Horse Carriage Medallion Chain Bracelet
Vintage CELINE PARIS Horse Carriage Medallion Chain Bracelet

Vintage CELINE PARIS Horse Carriage Medallion Chain Bracelet

By Celine

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage CELINE PARIS Horse Carriage Medallion Chain Bracelet Measurements: Height: 1.22 inches

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21st Century and Contemporary French Charm Bracelets

Celine Vintage Brown Silk Horse Shoe Print Tie
Celine Vintage Brown Silk Horse Shoe Print Tie

Celine Vintage Brown Silk Horse Shoe Print Tie

By Celine

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

The classic horseshoe printed silk tie makes for a versatile accessory. The Celine tie has a

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21st Century and Contemporary Ties

Celine Vintage Brown Silk Horse Shoe Print Tie
Celine Vintage Brown Silk Horse Shoe Print Tie

Celine Vintage Brown Silk Horse Shoe Print Tie

By Celine

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

The classic horseshoe printed silk tie makes for a versatile accessory. The Celine tie has a

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2010s Ties

Celine Black Leather Horse Carriage Logo Shoulder Bag
Celine Black Leather Horse Carriage Logo Shoulder Bag

Celine Black Leather Horse Carriage Logo Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Get style and carry your essentials with ease using this designer shoulder bag. It has been crafted using high-quality materials to be a standout accessory.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Celine Vintage Burgundy Horse and Badge Print Silk Tie
Celine Vintage Burgundy Horse and Badge Print Silk Tie

Celine Vintage Burgundy Horse and Badge Print Silk Tie

By Celine

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Made of silk this Celine vintage burgundy tie for men has notable prints all over. This finely

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2010s Neckties

Celine Vintage Black Leather Horse Carriage Box Shoulder Bag
Celine Vintage Black Leather Horse Carriage Box Shoulder Bag

Celine Vintage Black Leather Horse Carriage Box Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Irvine, CA

Black smooth leather vintage Céline Box bag with gold-tone hardware, adjustable flat shoulder strap

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Celine Vintage Monogram Horse Carriage Box Shoulder Bag
Celine Vintage Monogram Horse Carriage Box Shoulder Bag

Celine Vintage Monogram Horse Carriage Box Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vintage Celine Monogram Horse Carriage Box Shoulder Bag 1980's Collection. A absolutely fabulous

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

1990s Celine Silk Scarf
1990s Celine Silk Scarf

1990s Celine Silk Scarf

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W 21.5 in L 21 in

1990s Celine Silk Scarf

By Celine

Located in New York, NY

10% OFF! Originally $225 White Celine scarf with red horse bit print border.

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1990s French Scarves

Celine Diffusion 1970's Shoulder Gold Horse Carriage Box Bag
Celine Diffusion 1970's Shoulder Gold Horse Carriage Box Bag

Celine Diffusion 1970's Shoulder Gold Horse Carriage Box Bag

By Celine

Located in Berlin, DE

Céline Diffusion vintage shoulder box bag in very dark navy (closer to black) leather. It has a

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1970s French Shoulder Bags

Celine Shoulder Gold Horse Carriage Box Bag 1970s
Celine Shoulder Gold Horse Carriage Box Bag 1970s

Celine Shoulder Gold Horse Carriage Box Bag 1970s

By Celine

Located in Berlin, DE

Céline vintage shoulder box bag in black leather from 70s. It has a beautifully crafted classic

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1970s French Shoulder Bags

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Celine Horse For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary celine horse you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Beige, Brown and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a celine horse may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st 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 Celine each produced a popular version that is worth a look. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Celine Horse?

The price for a celine horse starts at $225 and tops out at $2,950, and on average, selling for $983.

Celine for sale on 1stDibs

Now renowned for chic womenswear as well as luxury leather handbags that are often recognized for their iconic gold-tone fastening and hardware, French fashion house Celine got its start in children’s shoes.

In 1945, Céline Vipiana and her husband, Richard, opened a made-to-measure shoe shop for children at 52 rue de Malte in Paris. Designer Céline’s name graced the business, alongside a red elephant designed by French cartoonist Raymond Peynet that served as the company’s first logo.

In 1967, following an expansion into women’s shoes and leather accessories, the Vipianas decided to expand their company’s reach into women’s ready-to-wear, focusing on high-end sportswear. Céline Vipiana, who remained chief designer until her death in 1997, would oversee a range of fashion that would reach an international audience with a pared-down elegance and timeless style.

The company quickly achieved widespread success with its new offerings, most notably its trench coat, which became a staple for the brand. In the 1970s, they expanded outside Paris with boutiques in Monte Carlo, Beverly Hills and Hong Kong. In 1973, Céline Vipiana, inspired by chain links around the Arc de Triomphe, debuted the Blazon Chaîne motif of interlocking C’s. She began using it on a printed canvas and branding as well as accents on accessories, such as the Triomphe bag.

Vipiana’s designs were created to appeal as everyday fashion: Celine skirts, suits, fitted shirts, vests and coats were stylish but rooted in practicality. Quality, too, was paramount; Vipiana’s determination to deliver the best possible leather led to the opening of a studio in Florence, where the brand created its leather goods.

Vipiana died a year after her brand was acquired by Bernard Arnault’s luxury conglomerate LVMH for about $540 million. American designer Michael Kors then took the helm as creative director. Kors, too, was known for practical but chic ready-to-wear. He introduced such luxury staples as cashmere sets, smartly tailored pants and simple slip dresses, plus themed collections around jet-setter locales like Monte Carlo and Tahiti. Following Kors’s departure in 2004, onetime Burberry designer Roberto Menichetti took the job for just a year. He was followed by designer Phoebe Philo, the young British designer who is now credited with establishing Celine’s 21st-century style.

Philo created a distinct, minimal style that channeled the brand’s roots of practical simplicity with luxury materials. (“I just thought I’d clean it up,” she quipped of her debut collection in 2010.) Over the course of ten years, Philo turned the company into a beloved fixture of the fashion industry. In 2018, after Philo’s departure, the house tapped Hedi Slimane, former creative director of Yves Saint Laurent, as its new leader; he caused a stir when he famously removed the accent from the brand name. Controversial though it was, Slimane maintained it was a return to the label’s roots: an exercise in strong simplicity.

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Questions About Celine
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell what year your Celine bag is, look inside for the date code. You may find it embossed directly on the lining or displayed on a tag sewn into the lining. The code will consist of three sets of numerals separated by hyphens. With most bags, the first and third digits refer to the week of production, and the second and fourth numbers tell you the year of production. For example, 1135 would appear on a bag made the 13th week of 2015. With some older bags, the date code is in sequential order, with the first two digits corresponding to the week and the final two representing the year. Find a range of Celine bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, Celine is a luxury brand. The French fashion house carefully selects fine materials like natural calfskin leather, cashmere and organza silk for its pieces. Plus, skilled artisans craft every item, primarily at Celine's factories in Italy. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Celine apparel, bags and accessories.