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Cheval Purse

Hermès Noisette Danse De Cheval Pop Bag
Hermès Noisette Danse De Cheval Pop Bag

Hermès Noisette Danse De Cheval Pop Bag

$1,399

H 21 in W 5 in L 11 in

Hermès Noisette Danse De Cheval Pop Bag

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès noisette togo leather and danse de chaval silk foldable bag. Excellent condition. Bag closed, 5" x 5" x 1". Handle drop 10"L. Comes with original dust bag.

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Early 2000s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès Black Tadelakt Leather Cheval De Bois Wooden Horse Kelly Elan
Hermès Black Tadelakt Leather Cheval De Bois Wooden Horse Kelly Elan

Hermès Black Tadelakt Leather Cheval De Bois Wooden Horse Kelly Elan

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Hermès Black Tadelakt Leather Cheval De Bois Wooden Horse Kelly Elan Product Details Xupes Ref

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Bag Charm Paddock Fer a Cheval Horse Shoe Orange New w/ Box
Hermes Bag Charm Paddock Fer a Cheval Horse Shoe Orange New w/ Box

Hermes Bag Charm Paddock Fer a Cheval Horse Shoe Orange New w/ Box

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Hermes Paddock Fer a Cheval Horse Shoe bag charm. This equestrian charm is

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Recent Sales

Hermes Silky Pop Shopper Handbag Danse du Cheval Marwari
Hermes Silky Pop Shopper Handbag Danse du Cheval Marwari

Hermes Silky Pop Shopper Handbag Danse du Cheval Marwari

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

BEAUTIFUL AUTHENTIC HERMES HANDBAG "Silkypop" Shopper Pattern: La danse du Cheval Marwari

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

2019 Hermès Bleu Electric Swift Leather Paddock Cheval Charm
2019 Hermès Bleu Electric Swift Leather Paddock Cheval Charm

2019 Hermès Bleu Electric Swift Leather Paddock Cheval Charm

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

HERMÈS Bleu Electric Swift Leather Paddock Cheval Charm Age (Circa): 2019 Accompanied By: Hermès

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

HERMES Sakura pink / Capucines red leather PADDOCK FER A CHEVAL Bag Charm
HERMES Sakura pink / Capucines red leather PADDOCK FER A CHEVAL Bag Charm

HERMES Sakura pink / Capucines red leather PADDOCK FER A CHEVAL Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Paddock Fer a Cheval bag charm in Rose Sakura pink and Capucines red Veau

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tech Accessories and Cases

Hermes Silkypop Tote Handbag Danse du Cheval Marwari Yellow
Hermes Silkypop Tote Handbag Danse du Cheval Marwari Yellow

Hermes Silkypop Tote Handbag Danse du Cheval Marwari Yellow

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Beautiful Authentic Hermes Handbag "Silkypop" tote bag Pattern: La danse du Cheval Marwari

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Hermes Silky Pop Shopper Handbag Danse du Cheval Marwari Pink
Hermes Silky Pop Shopper Handbag Danse du Cheval Marwari Pink

Hermes Silky Pop Shopper Handbag Danse du Cheval Marwari Pink

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

BEAUTIFUL AUTHENTIC HERMES HANDBAG "Silkypop" Shopper Pattern: La danse du Cheval Marwari

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Early 2000s French Tote Bags

Hermès ROSE JAIPUR & ROSE SAKURA SWIFT LEATHER PADDOCK FER A CHEVAL CHARM
Hermès ROSE JAIPUR & ROSE SAKURA SWIFT LEATHER PADDOCK FER A CHEVAL CHARM

Hermès ROSE JAIPUR & ROSE SAKURA SWIFT LEATHER PADDOCK FER A CHEVAL CHARM

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Hermès ROSE JAIPUR & ROSE SAKURA SWIFT LEATHER PADDOCK FER A CHEVAL CHARM CONDITION NOTES The

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermès Paddock Cheval Gold Bag Charm
Hermès Paddock Cheval Gold Bag Charm

Hermès Paddock Cheval Gold Bag Charm

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H 4.53 in W 3.94 in D 0.12 in

Hermès Paddock Cheval Gold Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Antwerp, BE

Hermès Paddock Cheval Gold Bag Charm Spice up your look with this stunning Hermès Paddock Cheval

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Old Rose Leather Paddock Cheval Horse Bag Charm
Hermes Old Rose Leather Paddock Cheval Horse Bag Charm

Hermes Old Rose Leather Paddock Cheval Horse Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

The House of Hermes pays homage to its equestrian design heritage with this Paddock Cheval Horse

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Old Rose Leather Paddock Cheval Horse Bag Charm
Hermes Old Rose Leather Paddock Cheval Horse Bag Charm

Hermes Old Rose Leather Paddock Cheval Horse Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

The House of Hermes pays homage to its equestrian design heritage with this Paddock Cheval Horse

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

NIB Hermes Silk " La Dance Du Cheval Marwari" Pop-up Tote Bag
NIB Hermes Silk " La Dance Du Cheval Marwari" Pop-up Tote Bag

NIB Hermes Silk " La Dance Du Cheval Marwari" Pop-up Tote Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes silk " La dance Du Cheval Marwari" pop-up tote bag with the leather case as the bottom

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Hermès Alezan Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm
Hermès Alezan Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

Hermès Alezan Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Paying homage to its equestrian heritage, this 'Paddock Fer a Cheval' bag charm from Hermès is a

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermès Bleu Lin Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm
Hermès Bleu Lin Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

Hermès Bleu Lin Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

By Hermès by Comme des Garçons, Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Paying homage to its equestrian heritage, this 'Paddock Fer a Cheval' bag charm from Hermès is a

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermès Gris Asphalt Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm
Hermès Gris Asphalt Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

Hermès Gris Asphalt Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Paying homage to its equestrian heritage, this 'Paddock Fer a Cheval' bag charm from Hermès is a

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2010s Italian Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Bleu Jean/Ultraviolet Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm
Hermes Bleu Jean/Ultraviolet Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

Hermes Bleu Jean/Ultraviolet Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Paying homage to its equestrian heritage, this 'Paddock Fer a Cheval' bag charm from Hermes is a

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermès Bambou/Deep Blue Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm
Hermès Bambou/Deep Blue Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

Hermès Bambou/Deep Blue Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Paying homage to its equestrian heritage, this 'Paddock Fer a Cheval' bag charm from Hermès is a

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermès Natural Sable Veau Butler Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm
Hermès Natural Sable Veau Butler Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

Hermès Natural Sable Veau Butler Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Paying homage to its equestrian heritage, this 'Paddock Fer a Cheval' bag charm from Hermès is a

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermès Rose D'ete Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm
Hermès Rose D'ete Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

Hermès Rose D'ete Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Paying homage to its equestrian heritage, this 'Paddock Fer a Cheval' bag charm from Hermès is a

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Marron Fonce/Brique Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm
Hermes Marron Fonce/Brique Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

Hermes Marron Fonce/Brique Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Paying homage to its equestrian heritage, this 'Paddock Fer a Cheval' bag charm from Hermes is a

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Rose Sakura/Vermillion Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm
Hermes Rose Sakura/Vermillion Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

Hermes Rose Sakura/Vermillion Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Paying homage to its equestrian heritage, this 'Paddock Fer a Cheval' bag charm from Hermès is a

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermès Bleu Atoll/Colvert Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm
Hermès Bleu Atoll/Colvert Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

Hermès Bleu Atoll/Colvert Swift Leather Paddock Fer a Cheval Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Paying homage to its equestrian heritage, this 'Paddock Fer a Cheval' bag charm from Hermès is a

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2010s Italian Wallets and Small Accessories

Rare Hermès Paddlock Fer A Cheval Horse Shoe Lucky Bag Charm / Like New
Rare Hermès Paddlock Fer A Cheval Horse Shoe Lucky Bag Charm / Like New

Rare Hermès Paddlock Fer A Cheval Horse Shoe Lucky Bag Charm / Like New

By Hermès

Located in VERGT, FR

Difficulte to find in Hermés shop / SOLD OUT New in box Hermes Paddlock Fer a Cheval Horse bag

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21st Century and Contemporary French Belt Bags

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Sold|$8,690

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By Chanel

Located in London, GB

*Mini flap bag *Black *Lambskin leather *Gold-tone hardware *Charm detailing with Coco Chanel motifs *Diamond quilting *Signature interlocking CC logo *Turn-lock fastening *Main comp...

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By Hermès

Located in Forest Park, GA

The Hermès Birkin 25 in Noir Black Exotic Lizard is a rare expression of timeless luxury and impeccable craftsmanship. Crafted from exquisite exotic lizard skin, this iconic handbag...

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By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Saint Petersburg, FL

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Located in London, GB

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By Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

- Limited Edition - Green - Exotic leather - Silver-tone hardware - Double structured top handles - Single compartment - Interior zip pocket - Comes with original dust bag and authen...

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By Hermès

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

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Located in Miami, FL

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Cheval Purse For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary cheval purse 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, Blue, Orange and more in stock now. 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 is a Cheval Purse?

The price for a cheval purse starts at $615 and tops out at $1,399, and on average, selling for $985.

Hermès for sale on 1stDibs

For Hermès, what began as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen would eventually grow into one of the most storied fashion labels in the world. In 1837, German-born French entrepreneur Thierry Hermès opened a saddle and harness purveyor in Paris. Gradually, the house extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and modernist jewelry to pillows and handbags.

The first top-handled bag ever produced by Hermès was the Haut à courroies, which made its debut in 1892. A tall bag secured with a folded leather flap (fastened with bridle-inspired straps), it was designed to transport riding boots and a harness.

As the world made the switch from horse to automobile, the bag adapted, becoming a multifunctional travel satchel instead of a designated saddlebag. Today, 120 years later, the HAC remains in Hermès’s line — and its distinctive flap and clasping straps have laid the groundwork for some of the house’s other iconic bags.

In the 1930s, Robert Dumas (son-in-law to Émile-Maurice Hermès, Thierry’s grandson) designed a smaller, trapezoidal take on the flap bag with a handle and two side straps. Later, actress Grace Kelly, then engaged to Prince Rainier of Monaco, is said to have used one of these bags to conceal her pregnancy during the 1950s. Because she was photographed constantly, the coverage catapulted her handbag to international popularity.

In 1977, Hermès officially renamed the model for her, and the Kelly bag was born. Each Kelly bag takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches owe solely to one Hermès artisan.

Robert Dumas was also responsible for another one of the brand’s most iconic offerings: the launch of its first silk scarf on the occasion of Hermès’s 100th anniversary in 1937. Based on a woodblock designed by Dumas and printed on Chinese silk, the accessory was an immediate hit.

Today, vintage Hermès scarves, typically adorned in rich colors and elaborate patterns, serve many functions, just as they did back then. Well-heeled women wear it on their heads, around their necks and, in a genius piece of cross-promotion, tied to the straps of their Hermès bags. Kelly even once used one as a sling for her broken arm.

In 1981, Robert Dumas’s son Jean-Louis Dumas, then Hermès chairman, found himself sitting next to French actress and musician Jane Birkin on a plane, where she was complaining about finding a suitable carryall for the necessary accoutrements of motherhood. After the two travelers were properly introduced, Birkin helped design Jean-Louis’s most famous contribution to the Hermès canon: the Birkin bag, a roomy, square catchall with the HAC’s trademark leather flap top and the addition of a lock and key.

Owing to the brand’s legendary commitment to deft, handcrafted construction, the Birkin is an investment that is coveted by collectors everywhere.

While the Kelly and Birkin may be standouts, gracing the arms of everyone from royal heiresses to hip-hop stars in the past few decades, the handbags are but a small part of Hermès’s fashion offerings.

Since the 1920s, the brand has produced some of the most desirable leather goods in the world. There’s the Constance bag, a favorite of Jacqueline Kennedy, the recently relaunched 1970s-era Evelyne and, on the vintage market, a slew of designs dating back to the 1920s.

Good design never goes out of style. Find a variety of vintage Hermès handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.

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.

Questions About Hermès
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Hermès is so special for a few reasons. The French luxury house is one of the most storied fashion labels in the world and has a rich heritage that dates back to 1837.

    Hermès began in Paris as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen. The house later extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and jewelry to pillows and handbags.

    Hermès artisans spend years honing their craft as apprentices before they produce Hermès pieces in premium materials. For example, the Kelly bag, which was named in tribute to one of its biggest fans, Grace Kelly, takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches are made by one Hermès artisan. Each Birkin tote is also hand-sewn according to Hermès’s centuries-old saddle-stitching technique, and its exotic leathers, a variety that includes ostrich and crocodile, are subsequently painted and polished by house craftsmen in France.

    On 1stDibs, explore a selection of vintage Hermès handbags and accessories.