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Celluloid Handbag

Art Deco 1920s Floral Celluloid Vintage Dance Purse
Art Deco 1920s Floral Celluloid Vintage Dance Purse

Art Deco 1920s Floral Celluloid Vintage Dance Purse

Located in Skelmersdale, GB

mis-shaping to one of the red celluloid beads and a tiny element of unravelling to the silk thread

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1920s European Evening Bags and Minaudières

F/W 2004 Miu Miu Runway Cognac Leather Bag with Celluloid Chain Handles
F/W 2004 Miu Miu Runway Cognac Leather Bag with Celluloid Chain Handles

F/W 2004 Miu Miu Runway Cognac Leather Bag with Celluloid Chain Handles

By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada

Located in Berlin, DE

tortoiseshell celluloid chain handles, one of the most iconic details from the 2004 runway. Polished metallic

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Early 2000s 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

An exquisite handbag. Using an original 1920s celluloid frame, a beautiful crafted handbag of a

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1920s British Evening Bags and Minaudières

Extraordinary hand coloured celluoid frame and moire silk 'rose' handbag, French
Extraordinary hand coloured celluoid frame and moire silk 'rose' handbag, French

Extraordinary hand coloured celluoid frame and moire silk 'rose' handbag, French

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

painted celluloid 'rose', with green leaves. Handbags with these highly decorative and eye catching rose

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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

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1920's Japanese Celluloid Men's Bag
1920's Japanese Celluloid Men's Bag

1920's Japanese Celluloid Men's Bag

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this 1920's vintage, Japanese celluloid men's purse/bag. Since men's kimonos

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Handbags and Purses

Art Deco Celluloid Box Purse, Evening bag
Art Deco Celluloid Box Purse, Evening bag

Art Deco Celluloid Box Purse, Evening bag

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H 3 in W 7 in D 3 in

Art Deco Celluloid Box Purse, Evening bag

Located in Antwerp, BE

Beautiful 1930s box style evening bag. Marbled toffee coloured celluloid with brass hardware. Very

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Mid-20th Century Evening Bags and Minaudières

Circa 1920s Celluloid Vanity Purse With Tassel
Circa 1920s Celluloid Vanity Purse With Tassel

Circa 1920s Celluloid Vanity Purse With Tassel

Located in Long Beach, CA

Circa 1920s celluloid vanity purse with a faux-ivory pattern, embellished with a black diamond

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1920s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Art Deco Carved Celluloid Hand Woven Evening Bag
Art Deco Carved Celluloid Hand Woven Evening Bag

Art Deco Carved Celluloid Hand Woven Evening Bag

Located in Burbank, CA

Offered here is an Art Deco carved celluloid hand-woven crocheted evening bag from the 1920s. The

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1920s Evening Bags and Minaudières

1920s Burgundy Velvet and Hand Painted Celluloid Vintage Evening Bag
1920s Burgundy Velvet and Hand Painted Celluloid Vintage Evening Bag

1920s Burgundy Velvet and Hand Painted Celluloid Vintage Evening Bag

Located in Wigan, GB

Featuring a whimsical and colourful design, this rare example of a celluloid frame bag was created

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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

BLACK ALLIGATOR SHOULDER BAG W/CELLULOID FRAME
BLACK ALLIGATOR SHOULDER BAG W/CELLULOID FRAME

BLACK ALLIGATOR SHOULDER BAG W/CELLULOID FRAME

Located in Alford, MA

Wonderful fusion of old and new, this handbag combines a vintage polychrome celluloid frame with a

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20th Century Handbags and Purses

Art Deco silk handbag with celluloid "cicada" clasp and frame, France 1920s
Art Deco silk handbag with celluloid "cicada" clasp and frame, France 1920s

Art Deco silk handbag with celluloid "cicada" clasp and frame, France 1920s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

A most charming and most unusual handbag, with a beautiful hand painted 'cicada' sitting atop the

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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1980s Revivals "Buddha" Celluloid Framed Suede Crossover Bag
1980s Revivals "Buddha" Celluloid Framed Suede Crossover Bag

1980s Revivals "Buddha" Celluloid Framed Suede Crossover Bag

Located in Gresham, OR

This 1920s Buddha/Elephant celluloid frame (made in Paris) was revived in the 1980s by New York

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1980s American Handbags and Purses

Museum Quality Victorian Monkey Fur Etched Celluloid Bag Purse
Museum Quality Victorian Monkey Fur Etched Celluloid Bag Purse

Museum Quality Victorian Monkey Fur Etched Celluloid Bag Purse

Located in Sparks, NV

From the Suzanne Mounts Collection: Victorian purse comprised of hand-etched celluloid frame

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Handbags and Purses

Vintage 1950's Marbled Celluloid Lucite Box Purse Bag
Vintage 1950's Marbled Celluloid Lucite Box Purse Bag

Vintage 1950's Marbled Celluloid Lucite Box Purse Bag

Located in Sparks, NV

Wonderful condition! Pearl gray tones swirl in this marbled lovely vintage box purse giving it an almost metallic look. All feet present and metal clasps and hinges in great conditi...

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1950s American Handbags and Purses

1920s floral celluloid tasseled dance purse nécessaire
1920s floral celluloid tasseled dance purse nécessaire

1920s floral celluloid tasseled dance purse nécessaire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

In the 1920s when you went out to dance, you would carry one of these handbags, they held only the

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1920s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Paco Rabanne Transparent Celluloid Pastilles Bag, 1969
Paco Rabanne Transparent Celluloid Pastilles Bag, 1969

Paco Rabanne Transparent Celluloid Pastilles Bag, 1969

By Paco Rabanne

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paco Rabanne - (Made in France) Transparent celluloid pastilles bag assembled with silvery metal

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20th Century French Structured Shoulder Bags

Celluloid and silk 'chevron' handbag, 1930s
Celluloid and silk 'chevron' handbag, 1930s

Celluloid and silk 'chevron' handbag, 1930s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

Dynamic and highly striking design, this handbag is composed of a coloured celluloid 'sun ray

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1930s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1990's Grace Ann Agostino Black Suede Handbag With Celluloid Frame
1990's Grace Ann Agostino Black Suede Handbag With Celluloid Frame

1990's Grace Ann Agostino Black Suede Handbag With Celluloid Frame

Located in Atlanta, GA

Grace Ann Agostino creates unique handbags that expertly combine old and new for a stylish effect

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1990s American Structured Shoulder Bags

A hand coloured celluloid frame, and silk 'rose' motif handbag, French, 1920s
A hand coloured celluloid frame, and silk 'rose' motif handbag, French, 1920s

A hand coloured celluloid frame, and silk 'rose' motif handbag, French, 1920s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

An exquiste handbag. Using an original 1920s French celluloid frame, a beautiful crafted handbag of

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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1920s Celluloid Flapper Dance Purse
1920s Celluloid Flapper Dance Purse

1920s Celluloid Flapper Dance Purse

Located in New York, NY

celluloid purse unscrews into 3 parts to reveal powder puff area, a mirror and open compartment. A lipstick

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Evening Bags and Minaudières

1920's Embroidered & Beaded Bag with Matching Celluloid Frame
1920's Embroidered & Beaded Bag with Matching Celluloid Frame

1920's Embroidered & Beaded Bag with Matching Celluloid Frame

Located in New Hope, PA

beads in a combination of floral and geometric designs. A striking celluloid frame repeats the floral

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Bags and Minaudières

A Bakelite frame and silk handbag with 'bird and fish' motif, French, 1920s
A Bakelite frame and silk handbag with 'bird and fish' motif, French, 1920s

A Bakelite frame and silk handbag with 'bird and fish' motif, French, 1920s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

An exquisite handbag. Using an original 1920s French celluloid frame, a beautiful crafted handbag

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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

1930s Crocodile and Celluloid Handbag
1930s Crocodile and Celluloid Handbag

1930s Crocodile and Celluloid Handbag

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H 6.5 in D 1.5 in L 9 in

1930s Crocodile and Celluloid Handbag

Located in San Francisco, CA

1930s Crocodile and Celluloid Handbag Interesting patchwork crocodile and celluloid handbag

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1930s Top Handle Bags

1920s Celluloid Fiber Clutch / Deco Handbag
1920s Celluloid Fiber Clutch / Deco Handbag

1920s Celluloid Fiber Clutch / Deco Handbag

Located in Litchfield County, CT

Lovely woven lined fiber and leather clutch with a deco celluloid lip and closure. The mirror is

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Early 20th Century Clutches

Jacomo Burgundy Alligator Handbag with Celluloid Frame
Jacomo Burgundy Alligator Handbag with Celluloid Frame

Jacomo Burgundy Alligator Handbag with Celluloid Frame

By Jacomo

Located in New York, NY

bag created. This particular bag has a wonderful celluloid frame, probably from the 1920s. The

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20th Century French Handbags and Purses

20's Celluloid and Seed Bead purse
20's Celluloid and Seed Bead purse

20's Celluloid and Seed Bead purse

Located in Topanga, CA

Stunning glass seed beaded 1920's purse with a tortoise colored resin frame closure.

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Handbags and Purses

Vintage 1940's Rhinestone and  Celluloid Bag
Vintage 1940's Rhinestone and  Celluloid Bag

Vintage 1940's Rhinestone and Celluloid Bag

Located in Chicago, IL

floral pattern underneath the celluloid. With the handle up the handbag measures 6 1/4"w x 9 1/8"h x 3 1

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1940s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Art Deco rare celluloid Dance or Tango purse with Buddha clasp
Art Deco rare celluloid Dance or Tango purse with Buddha clasp

Art Deco rare celluloid Dance or Tango purse with Buddha clasp

Located in Daylesford, Victoria

Art Deco Tango or Dance Purse in Celluloid, by “Dennison” above “Maker”, U.S.A., as marked to rear

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Early 20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Original Art Deco Purse or Clutch bag Handbag with Scottie Dog
Original Art Deco Purse or Clutch bag Handbag with Scottie Dog

Original Art Deco Purse or Clutch bag Handbag with Scottie Dog

Located in Daylesford, Victoria

Art Deco Large Purse or Clutch Handbag, with a Celluloid Scottie Dog, dressed in Tartan within a

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1930s British Clutches

1930s Celluloid Frame with Orange and Blue Crochet Vintage Bag
1930s Celluloid Frame with Orange and Blue Crochet Vintage Bag

1930s Celluloid Frame with Orange and Blue Crochet Vintage Bag

Located in Wigan, GB

... This elegant bag is crocheted in orange and blue thread. It features a celluloid frame and celluloid

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1930s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

1910s Art Nouveau Black Silk and Celluloid Vintage Evening Bag
1910s Art Nouveau Black Silk and Celluloid Vintage Evening Bag

1910s Art Nouveau Black Silk and Celluloid Vintage Evening Bag

Located in Wigan, GB

- Some of the celluloid has broken off in a very small area surrounding one of the hinge pins on the bag

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1910s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

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Opulent Handmade Silver Metal Artisan Leaves Evening Bag designed by Perez Sanz
Opulent Handmade Silver Metal Artisan Leaves Evening Bag designed by Perez Sanz

Opulent Handmade Silver Metal Artisan Leaves Evening Bag designed by Perez Sanz

Located in University City, MO

Opulent handmade silver metal artisan leaves evening bag designed by Perez Sanz c 1980s The exquisite evening bag is designed with a collection of silver plated large scale hand sol...

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1980s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

1930's French Chinoise Beaded Evening Bag
1930's French Chinoise Beaded Evening Bag

1930's French Chinoise Beaded Evening Bag

Located in Sharon, CT

French Chinoise Beaded Hand Bag. Embroidered with silk and gold metallic threads are Butterflies, Chinese Characters and flowers on a white beaded ground. Gilded clasp with faux gems...

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Early 20th Century French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem
Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem

Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black wool jersey skirt from Karl Lagerfeld. It has a 2 1/2" wide waistband with overlapping pointed panels forming the skirt. It has a back zipper, front pockets and is...

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1990s French Skirts

Alexander McQueen Fall Winter 1997 "It's A Jungle Out There" pinstripe suit
Alexander McQueen Fall Winter 1997 "It's A Jungle Out There" pinstripe suit

Alexander McQueen Fall Winter 1997 "It's A Jungle Out There" pinstripe suit

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Important collectible Alexander McQueen Fall Winter 1997 'It's a Jungle Out There' collection pinstripe jacket and skirt suit. Runway look, the jacket has shoulder pads. The condit...

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1990s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40

Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Conroe, TX

Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...

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Early 2000s Italian Shoes

1990s Badgley Mischka Size 10 / 12 Gold Lace Sequins and Beads Vintage 90s Top
1990s Badgley Mischka Size 10 / 12 Gold Lace Sequins and Beads Vintage 90s Top

1990s Badgley Mischka Size 10 / 12 Gold Lace Sequins and Beads Vintage 90s Top

By BADGLEY MISHCKA, Badgley Mischka

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful late 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA Couture gold lace beaded and sequined sleeveless top! Features high quality French lace. Hundreds of sequins and beads hand-sewn throughout. Hidd...

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1990s American Camisoles and Shell Tops

Bill Blass Cross Back Dress 1980s
Bill Blass Cross Back Dress 1980s

Bill Blass Cross Back Dress 1980s

By Bill Blass

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black jersey dress from Bill Blass. It is semi fitted with a full gathered skirt. The back is bare to just below the waist with the exception of straps which meet at a me...

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1980s American Day Dresses

VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Blazer Wide Leg Trouser Pants Power Suit Set
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Blazer Wide Leg Trouser Pants Power Suit Set

VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Blazer Wide Leg Trouser Pants Power Suit Set

By Valentino Garavani, Valentino

Located in Thiensville, WI

VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Twill Blazer & Wide Leg Trouser Pants Suit Set Circa: 1990’s Label(s): Valentino Roma Designer: Valentino Garavani Style: Pants suit set Color(s): Whit...

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1990s Italian Trouser Pant Suits

Valentino Nadia Auermann known as "Blonde Angel" Original Runway Dress Gown
Valentino Nadia Auermann known as "Blonde Angel" Original Runway Dress Gown

Valentino Nadia Auermann known as "Blonde Angel" Original Runway Dress Gown

By Christian Dior, Valentino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 1994-95 Valentino creation is the original runway gown modeled by Nadia Auermann. Fashioned of a rich copper brown duchess satin in a plunging fitted bodice accented with hand p...

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1990s Evening Gowns

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Black Floral Evening Gown Maxi Dress
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Black Floral Evening Gown Maxi Dress

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Black Floral Evening Gown Maxi Dress

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Les Habitudes Vintage 1990's Jet black Pullover Delicate floral pattern Comp tag missing feels like silk blend Size tag missing please see measurements below Great vintage condition,...

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1990s Evening Gowns

VERA WANG Vintage Grey Silk Ethereal Gown w. Train
VERA WANG Vintage Grey Silk Ethereal Gown w. Train

VERA WANG Vintage Grey Silk Ethereal Gown w. Train

By Vera Wang

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Vera Wang Vintage 100% grey silk Invisible side zip Flowy train Goddess vibes Size USA 6 NWT's, one flaw in the fabric as pictured that you cannot notice unless upon close inspection...

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

VALENTINO Vintage Silk Crystal Embellished Pewter Evening Gown Maxi Dress
VALENTINO Vintage Silk Crystal Embellished Pewter Evening Gown Maxi Dress

VALENTINO Vintage Silk Crystal Embellished Pewter Evening Gown Maxi Dress

By Valentino

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Valentino Vintage Pewter silver color 100% silk Strap can be worn off the shoulder, too Clear crystal accents (one strap can be re-glued/taped/etc) Invisible side zip Size USA 8 fits...

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Ralph Lauren Black Watch Tartan Bow Trained Bustier
Ralph Lauren Black Watch Tartan Bow Trained Bustier

Ralph Lauren Black Watch Tartan Bow Trained Bustier

By Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in New York, NY

Ralph Lauren Black Watch Tartan Bow Trained Bustier from the Purple Label line. Hand ruched and draped wool on a boned, lined corset with side zipper entry. Attached in back is a mas...

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2010s American Bustiers

John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set

John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set

By John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...

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1990s French Cardigans

BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Silk Dusty Yellow Gold Embellished Gown
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Silk Dusty Yellow Gold Embellished Gown

BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Silk Dusty Yellow Gold Embellished Gown

By Badgley Mischka

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Badgley Mischka Vintage 100% Silk Golden Dusty Yellow Hues Impeccable beadwork throughout This gown is truly one of a kind amazing, my pictures do not do it justice Size US 12 Excel...

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Y YIGAL AZROUEL Vintage Green Long Maxi Dress
Y YIGAL AZROUEL Vintage Green Long Maxi Dress

Y YIGAL AZROUEL Vintage Green Long Maxi Dress

By Yigal Azrouël

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Y YIGAL AZROUEL Vintage Green Long Adjustable halter top Ruffled Pullover Silk trim Has stretch Size 0 Excellent Condition final sale

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Early 2000s Maxi Dresses

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Celluloid Handbag For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary celluloid handbag you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Beige, Yellow and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect celluloid handbag among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Whiting & Davis each produced a popular version that is worth a look.

How Much is a Celluloid Handbag?

On average, a celluloid handbag on 1stDibs sells for $545, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $2,116 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Handbags And Purses 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.