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Chinese Purse Antique

Chinese Art Deco Tapestry Clutch
Chinese Art Deco Tapestry Clutch

Chinese Art Deco Tapestry Clutch

Located in New York, NY

Chinese Art Deco Tapestry Clutch from the 1930's. Likely made in China for the Western market with antique textile mounted on a hand made brass open work frame with carved carnelian ...

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1920s Chinese Chinese Purse Antique

Chinese Peony Blossom Lady's Purse, c. 1900
Chinese Peony Blossom Lady's Purse, c. 1900

Chinese Peony Blossom Lady's Purse, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This delicate silk accessory is a Qing-dynasty lady's purse, originally worn around the wrist or tied at the waist with decorative charms and toggles.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Chinese Purse Antique

Materials

Silk

Ancient Chinese Silver Purse by  HUA, Late 19th Century
Ancient Chinese Silver Purse by  HUA, Late 19th Century

Ancient Chinese Silver Purse by HUA, Late 19th Century

By Hung Chong & Co.

Located in Roma, IT

Chinese Silver Purse is an original artwork realized in China between 1880 and 1920, probably last years of 1800.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Purse Antique

Materials

Silver

Tiffany and Company Art Deco Chinese Brocade Evening Bag
Tiffany and Company Art Deco Chinese Brocade Evening Bag

Tiffany and Company Art Deco Chinese Brocade Evening Bag

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Tiffany and Company Art Deco evening bag of antique Chinese textile mounted onto engraved Art Deco gold washed sterling silver mounts. Dot and dash bar silver chain. Lock unhinges t...

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1920s American Chinese Purse Antique

Framed Antique Embroidered Purse Qing Dynasty Provenance
Framed Antique Embroidered Purse Qing Dynasty Provenance

Framed Antique Embroidered Purse Qing Dynasty Provenance

Located in Atlanta, GA

A beautiful antique embroidered purse from China, circa 19th century Qing dynasty, artistically displayed in a giltwood shadow box frame with contrast deep blue color cloth matts.

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Chinese Purse Antique

Materials

Linen, Silk, Giltwood

Antique Chinese Silver Vinaigrette by Kwong Man Shing, Circa 1900
Antique Chinese Silver Vinaigrette by Kwong Man Shing, Circa 1900

Antique Chinese Silver Vinaigrette by Kwong Man Shing, Circa 1900

By Kwong Man Shing

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese silver vinaigrette in the form of a purse; an addition to our silver boxes collection This exceptional antique Chinese silver v...

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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Chinese Purse Antique

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Silver

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1920's Cornflower Blue Chinese Embroidered Handbag/ Butterflies
1920's Cornflower Blue Chinese Embroidered Handbag/ Butterflies

1920's Cornflower Blue Chinese Embroidered Handbag/ Butterflies

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a sweet 1920's, Chinese cornflower blue silk embroidered purse lavishly decorated with a variety of butterflies and flowers.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese Purse Antique

1920's Navy & Gold, Jacquard-Weave Purse with Dragons
1920's Navy & Gold, Jacquard-Weave Purse with Dragons

1920's Navy & Gold, Jacquard-Weave Purse with Dragons

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a 1920's vintage, Chinese jacquard-weave brocade, draw-stringed purse depicting two five-toed dragons.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese Purse Antique

Unbranded ANTIQUE CHINESE Blue Embroidered Silk SCENT PURSE BAG 19th Century
Unbranded ANTIQUE CHINESE Blue Embroidered Silk SCENT PURSE BAG 19th Century

Unbranded ANTIQUE CHINESE Blue Embroidered Silk SCENT PURSE BAG 19th Century

Located in Rome, Rome

- Beautiful embroidered Chinese scent pouch. - From the late 19th century (Qing/Ch'ing Dinasty) - Blue Silk with lovely floral embroidery on both sides - Silk tassel elements - These...

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19th Century Chinese Purse Antique

ANTIQUE CHINESE Red Embroidered SCENT PURSE BAG 19th Century Ch'ing
ANTIQUE CHINESE Red Embroidered SCENT PURSE BAG 19th Century Ch'ing

ANTIQUE CHINESE Red Embroidered SCENT PURSE BAG 19th Century Ch'ing

Located in Rome, Rome

- Beautiful embroidered Chinese scent pouch. - From the late 19th century (Qing/Ch'ing Dinasty) - Red Silk with lovely embroidery on both sides - Silk tassel elements - These charmin...

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Early 19th Century Chinese Purse Antique

20s Lamé and Ormolu Purse w/ Mirrored Lid and Embroidered Lining
20s Lamé and Ormolu Purse w/ Mirrored Lid and Embroidered Lining

20s Lamé and Ormolu Purse w/ Mirrored Lid and Embroidered Lining

Located in Gresham, OR

A fantastic 20s Chinese lamé silk brocade pouch purse with ormolu top frame and mirrored inner lid.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese Purse Antique

1930's Evening Bag Chinese Hand Embroidery
1930's Evening Bag Chinese Hand Embroidery

1930's Evening Bag Chinese Hand Embroidery

Located in New Hope, PA

This bag is an exquisite pairing of antique Chinese hand embroidery and a 1930's beaded frame.

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Chinese Purse Antique

Antique Chinese Silk Figural Embroidered Purse Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)
Antique Chinese Silk Figural Embroidered Purse Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)

Antique Chinese Silk Figural Embroidered Purse Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)

Located in Atlanta, GA

Step into the lavish world of the Qing Dynasty with this exquisite antique Chinese Silk Embroidered purse. Embellished with a figural motif of children playing, this panel reflects t...

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Chinese Purse Antique

Materials

Silk, Giltwood

Antique Chinese Tooled Leather Bag, Dated 1878
Antique Chinese Tooled Leather Bag, Dated 1878

Antique Chinese Tooled Leather Bag, Dated 1878

Located in New Hope, PA

This deep brown leather bag is covered with auspicious Chinese symbols in red, camel, olive green and shimmering gold. The bag has a small pocket on the front with a clasp that is ma...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Chinese Purse Antique

1920's Chinese Hand Embroidered Evening Bag with Jeweled Frame
1920's Chinese Hand Embroidered Evening Bag with Jeweled Frame

1920's Chinese Hand Embroidered Evening Bag with Jeweled Frame

Located in New Hope, PA

Delicate Chinese hand embroidery is worked in silk and metallic thread in shades of green, coral, peach, blue and navy and depicts two figures on the front and back of the bag.

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1920s Unknown Chinese Purse Antique

1920s Chinese Silk Embroidered Clutch Bag
1920s Chinese Silk Embroidered Clutch Bag

1920s Chinese Silk Embroidered Clutch Bag

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H 5.5 in D 1.5 in L 10 in

1920s Chinese Silk Embroidered Clutch Bag

Located in London, GB

This is an absolutely stunning silk clutch bag of Chinese origin dating from the 1920s. It consists of black silk background with very detailed, elaborate and vibrant embroidery depi...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Chinese Purse Antique

Unusual  Chinese Export Embroidered Bag circa 1900
Unusual  Chinese Export Embroidered Bag circa 1900

Unusual Chinese Export Embroidered Bag circa 1900

Located in New York, NY

Made for the western market circa 1900,of fine and unusual embroidery of yellow butterflies,canton blue cherry blossoms , and green leafy bok choy.The reverse embroidered with blue ...

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20th Century Chinese Edwardian Chinese Purse Antique

A rare and highly unusual Bakelite topped 'Chinese man' handbag, France, 1920s
A rare and highly unusual Bakelite topped 'Chinese man' handbag, France, 1920s

A rare and highly unusual Bakelite topped 'Chinese man' handbag, France, 1920s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

A wonderful and quite unique subject for this handbag! Made from carved and hand painted Bakelite, in France, it has the most unique way of opening - the Chinese man's hat lifts up, ...

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1920s French Chinese Purse Antique

An Art Deco exquisite jade and cornelian stone frame petitpoint handbag, 1920s.
An Art Deco exquisite jade and cornelian stone frame petitpoint handbag, 1920s.

An Art Deco exquisite jade and cornelian stone frame petitpoint handbag, 1920s.

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

An utterly charming and striking clutch bag from the 1920s. The bag is in fine 'petitpoint' with stylised Art Deco floral motifs on both sides, in an assortment of colours , all on a...

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1920s Chinese Chinese Purse Antique

An exquisite Art Deco petit point bag, with a double jade bar clasp, 1920s.
An exquisite Art Deco petit point bag, with a double jade bar clasp, 1920s.

An exquisite Art Deco petit point bag, with a double jade bar clasp, 1920s.

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

An utterly charming and striking handbag from the 1920s. The bag is in fine 'petit point' with stylised Art Deco floral motifs on both sides, in an assortment of colours , all on a s...

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1920s Chinese Chinese Purse Antique

1920s Chinese Jade, Turquoise and Wooden Handle Petit Point Bag
1920s Chinese Jade, Turquoise and Wooden Handle Petit Point Bag

1920s Chinese Jade, Turquoise and Wooden Handle Petit Point Bag

Located in Litchfield County, CT

Vintage unmarked Chinese silver needlepoint purse with a Chinese marked bag lip featuring a wooden handle featuring jade, turquoise and coral.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Purse Antique

Jade Gold Purse Charm
Jade Gold Purse Charm

Jade Gold Purse Charm

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

This gorgeous purse charm is crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring a filigree design with flowers and scrolls and hand carved green jade bat's on each side. Measurements:W 23.7 mm ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Purse Antique

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

19th Century Tibetan Flint Purse
19th Century Tibetan Flint Purse

19th Century Tibetan Flint Purse

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H 15 in W 5 in D 2 in

19th Century Tibetan Flint Purse

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful 19th Century Tibetan flint purse with leather belt strap including decorative metal and coral adornment. Mounted on custom iron stand. JS-3 abhayatribeca.com 212.431.6931

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Purse Antique

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Metal

Tumi Black Nylon Small DFO Flap Messenger Bag
Tumi Black Nylon Small DFO Flap Messenger Bag

Tumi Black Nylon Small DFO Flap Messenger Bag

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H 1.19 in W 9.85 in L 11.42 in

Tumi Black Nylon Small DFO Flap Messenger Bag

By Tumi

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Trust this TUMI messenger bag to offer functional ease and a comfortable carrying experience. Crafted beautifully using nylon, the bag has a zip pocket and the brand name at the fron...

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Purse Antique

Qing Dynasty, Chinese Hat Box, 19th Century
Qing Dynasty, Chinese Hat Box, 19th Century

Qing Dynasty, Chinese Hat Box, 19th Century

Located in Washington, DC

hand-painted Chinese hat box picturing three purses.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Chinese Purse Antique

Materials

Wood

"Forbidden Stitch" Chinese Silk Purse, circa 1840s
"Forbidden Stitch" Chinese Silk Purse, circa 1840s

"Forbidden Stitch" Chinese Silk Purse, circa 1840s

Located in Yardley, PA

Small intricately embroidered small purse and pocket watch holder,

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Purse Antique

Materials

Silk

Antique Chinese Forbidden Stitch Floral Embroidered Evening Bag w Jade and Coral
Antique Chinese Forbidden Stitch Floral Embroidered Evening Bag w Jade and Coral

Antique Chinese Forbidden Stitch Floral Embroidered Evening Bag w Jade and Coral

Located in Portland, OR

This is such an incredible antique handbag in black with embroidered leaves and flowers. The flowers are done with the "forbidden stitch" which is also known as the Pekin Knot. In th...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Purse Antique

Tibetan Hand Tooled Flint Purses
Tibetan Hand Tooled Flint Purses

Tibetan Hand Tooled Flint Purses

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H 16 in W 5 in D 5 in

Tibetan Hand Tooled Flint Purses

Located in New York, NY

Tibetan hand tooled flint purses adorned with various coral and stone decorations. Each one with a leather belt strap attached to custom made iron stand. Unusual and hard to find pie...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Purse Antique

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Metal

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New Alexander McQueen Olive Green Wool Cape Jacket Coat Size IT 44

New Alexander McQueen Olive Green Wool Cape Jacket Coat Size IT 44

By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen

Located in Conroe, TX

Alexander McQueen Pre-Fall 2015 Brand New $3950 Butter Soft Wool IT44 Olive Mock Knit at Neck Zips and Belted at Waist Fully Lined Two Front Pockets Bust: 37" Waist: 32" Shoulder:...

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2010s Italian Chinese Purse Antique

Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8
Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8

Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8

By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Worn Twice Uppers are Perfect 2005 Runway Show * Gucci * U.S. Size: 8 * Soft Brown Leather * Alligator Uppers * Gold Buckle * 4.25" Heel * Gold Leather Lining * With Gucci Boot Dust ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chinese Purse Antique

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

An incredible 2 piece silk skirt and top set in a pink and yellow flower print from John Galliano for Christian Dior. The top has adjustable functional pink lacing at the center fron...

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Early 2000s French Chinese Purse Antique

French Deco Sequinned Mini Purse
French Deco Sequinned Mini Purse

French Deco Sequinned Mini Purse

Located in New York, NY

Miniature flapper dance purse of iridiscent sequins with gold tambour embroidery. Inside is a small mirror and pocket. France 1920's. 4" x 4", 10" chain Excellent condition.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chinese Purse Antique

Men’s Deep Brown Borsalino Diamonte 25 Fur Felt Fedora Hat – size 7, 1940s
Men’s Deep Brown Borsalino Diamonte 25 Fur Felt Fedora Hat – size 7, 1940s

Men’s Deep Brown Borsalino Diamonte 25 Fur Felt Fedora Hat – size 7, 1940s

By Borsalino

Located in Tucson, AZ

The gold standard in men’s millinery, Borsalino has been making the finest hats since 1857. This exceptional Diamante 25 fedora hails from the company’s golden age and conjures the b...

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1940s Italian Chinese Purse Antique

Antique 19th C. American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Parlor Sofa Couch 85"
Antique 19th C. American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Parlor Sofa Couch 85"

Antique 19th C. American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Parlor Sofa Couch 85"

Located in Dayton, OH

Fine American Empire parlor sofa / couch with classical form and masterful carvings. Made of flamed mahogany featuring carved back crest and flared rolled arms accented with carved f...

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19th Century American American Classical Chinese Purse Antique

Materials

Mahogany, Burl

French Art Deco Silver, Enamel, Coral & Diamond Compact Box By Augusta Peyroula
French Art Deco Silver, Enamel, Coral & Diamond Compact Box By Augusta Peyroula

French Art Deco Silver, Enamel, Coral & Diamond Compact Box By Augusta Peyroula

Located in Bristol, GB

ANTIQUE VANITY CASE/COMPACT A beautiful and good-quality piece made from silver, which has been enamelled on the exterior to imitate malachite. The clasp features a stylised carved...

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1920s French Art Deco Chinese Purse Antique

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Coral, Silver, Enamel

Original Josef Hoffmann & J. & J. Kohn Bench Vienna Secession, 1901
Original Josef Hoffmann & J. & J. Kohn Bench Vienna Secession, 1901

Original Josef Hoffmann & J. & J. Kohn Bench Vienna Secession, 1901

By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Vienna, AT

A very rare and early bench, obviously the role model for the famous Barrel chair #720 which was presented four years later, in 1905.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Chinese Purse Antique

Materials

Bentwood, Plywood

Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress
Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress

Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Francisco, CA

Oscar de la Renta silk pencil cut cocktail dress in a purple checked houndstooth pattern and ombre mid section. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% silk. Made in USA. Size 8. Runs sli...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Chinese Purse Antique

Antique Silk Chinese Motifs Textile, ca. 1900
Antique Silk Chinese Motifs Textile, ca. 1900

Antique Silk Chinese Motifs Textile, ca. 1900

$587

H 19.69 in W 18.51 in D 0.04 in

Antique Silk Chinese Motifs Textile, ca. 1900

Located in Ferrara, IT

This is a small antique silk Chinese textile woven during the beginning of the 20th century circa 1900 and measures 50 x 47CM in size. Its design is centered around a man that is hol...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Other Chinese Purse Antique

Materials

Silk

Exquisite 19th Century French Daybed
Exquisite 19th Century French Daybed

Exquisite 19th Century French Daybed

$14,500

H 43 in W 78.5 in D 55.5 in

Exquisite 19th Century French Daybed

Located in Stockbridge, GA

Exquisite 19th century French daybed, Louis XV style. As the stairways of houses and apartments in France are narrow, they build furniture with the option of disassembling if needed...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Chinese Purse Antique

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Fabric, Walnut

19th Century Anglo-Indian Slipper Chair
19th Century Anglo-Indian Slipper Chair

19th Century Anglo-Indian Slipper Chair

$3,400

H 32 in W 25.5 in D 24 in

19th Century Anglo-Indian Slipper Chair

Located in Houston, TX

A 19th-century Anglo-Indian slipper chair with an original embroidered upholstered seat.

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19th Century Indian Chinese Purse Antique

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Antique Harrods Green Lacquered Cocktail Cabinet on Stand Mid 20th Century
Antique Harrods Green Lacquered Cocktail Cabinet on Stand Mid 20th Century

Antique Harrods Green Lacquered Cocktail Cabinet on Stand Mid 20th Century

Located in London, GB

A fabulous polychromed Green lacquered and gilt japanned cocktail cabinet-on-stand, retailed by Harrods and bearing their ivorine label, circa 1940's in date.   The two-door cabinet ...

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Mid-20th Century English Chippendale Chinese Purse Antique

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Wood, Giltwood

Extraordinary Carved Mahogany Full Bed With Swans
Extraordinary Carved Mahogany Full Bed With Swans

Extraordinary Carved Mahogany Full Bed With Swans

$7,650

H 51.5 in W 60.75 in D 80 in

Extraordinary Carved Mahogany Full Bed With Swans

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An elaborately carved full bedstead with intricate swan carvings. The headboard with a gadrooned carved acanthus motif trim around the parquetry herringbone inlay. The arched headboa...

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20th Century Art Nouveau Chinese Purse Antique

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Chinese Amethyst Peach Pendant Necklace, 14K Gold, Qing Era
Antique Chinese Amethyst Peach Pendant Necklace, 14K Gold, Qing Era

Antique Chinese Amethyst Peach Pendant Necklace, 14K Gold, Qing Era

Located in New York, NY

Exquisitely carved antique Chinese amethyst peach amulet pendant on 14K yellow gold, natural pearl and faceted amethyst long chain necklace 19th Century Qing Dynasty This beautiful a...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Chinese Purse Antique

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

Rene Lalique Glass L'elegance Perfume Bottle
Rene Lalique Glass L'elegance Perfume Bottle

Rene Lalique Glass L'elegance Perfume Bottle

$6,483

H 3.86 in W 2.88 in D 0.91 in

Rene Lalique Glass L'elegance Perfume Bottle

By René Lalique

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Rene Lalique clear and frosted glass L'elegance perfume bottle. This pattern features two dancing female figures amongst flowers. Sepia stained relief details. Moulded, 'R. LALIQUE' ...

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1910s Chinese Purse Antique

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Glass

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Chinese Purse Antique For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary chinese purse antique for your needs in our varied inventory. Beige is a pretty popular color, but we also have Black, Gray, Pink and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect chinese purse antique 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 Hung Chong & Co. each produced a popular version that is worth a look. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Chinese Purse Antique?

On average, a chinese purse antique on 1stDibs sells for $595, while they’re typically $360 on the low end and $3,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.