Sterling Silver Antique Edwardian British Evening Clutch Purse with Chain-1900s
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 127 grams. Purse Size: 4.83 inches. Chain Length: 10 inches.
Sterling Silver Antique Edwardian British Evening Clutch Purse with Chain-1900s
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 127 grams. Purse Size: 4.83 inches. Chain Length: 10 inches.
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 ...
Koret Brown Double Clasp Satin With Bow Clutch
By Koret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Looking for a unique Koret clutch, that also doubles as a conversation starter? look no further than this double clasp satin clutch finished in brown and sporting a bow.There are two...
Rhinestone Clutch Pretty Tiny Evening Bag, 1930s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Unknown - Pretty tiny evening bag made of fabric and silvery rhinestones, from the 1930s. Some traces inside. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: 13 cm x 1...
Vintage Retro Lucite Clutch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Vintage Retro Lucite Clutch is a refined and glamorous accessory from the mid-20th century, often associated with the 1940s to 1960s. Lucite, a clear, durable acrylic resin, became...
Cartier Silk Clutch with Turquoise and Diamond Clasp
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier clutch of 19th Century Asian textile mixed with gold kid piping with turquoise ball clasp set with rose diamond.
7" x 5" x 1.5" 1920-30's.
Charming original c...
1980s Rodo Black Satin Clutch with Metal Bow Detail
By Rodo
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Red carpet ready stunning black satin clutch by Italian designer, Rodo. Silver metal bow detail at clasp. Clean interior with Rodo logo lining. Hidden 23" long silver shoulder strap ...
$502Sale Price|50% Off
Vintage snake clutch bag with detachable lang chain, UK 1920s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A beautiful and well-preserved snake clutch, inside with 2 long compartments, one with a clasp and one open compartment. Inside lined with leather. There is also an open compartment ...
1920s Black Silk Satin Evening Envelope Clutch Handbag w Large Pink Quartz & Dog
Located in Gresham, OR
1920s Black Silk Satin Evening Envelope Clutch Handbag w Large Pink Quartz & Dog: A gorgeous chinoise Art Deco evening bag with a large pink chunk of quartz and a charming blue lapis...
French Art Deco Coral Rose Evening Clutch Bag
Located in New York, NY
French Art Deco Anglo Indian evening clutch bag composed of a patchwork of 19th century silk lame sari fabrics of various floral patterns with clasp of a genuine orange coral rose ...
French Vintage Gobelin Set of Clutch Handbag and Coin Purse, circa 1920
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Vintage Gobelin set of clutch handbag and coin purse, black base with floral embroidery on both sides, enameled brass frame and chain strap.
Tapestry
French Vintage Gobelin Set of Clutch Handbag and Coin Purse, circa 1920
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Vintage Gobelin set of clutch handbag and coin purse, black base with floral embroidery on both sides, enameled brass frame and chain strap.
Tapestry
Antique Silver Clutch Bag, Sterling Silver Chain Mesh Ladies Purse Evening Bag
Located in Wembley, GB
Art Deco Sterling Silver Chain Mesh Evening Bag, London 1924, A.M. & M. Ltd. An exceptional and highly collectible Art Deco sterling silver chain mesh evening bag, hallmarked Lo...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,985,000
The Tax Collectors attributed to Marinus van Reymerswaele
Located in New Orleans, LA
While the man in the red turban-like head wrap calmly records transactions in his leger, his companion grimaces, still clutching an empty coin purse. A meticulous painter, Marinus ta...
Oil, Wood Panel
Red Snakeskin Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
This Judith Leiber clutch is from the early 1980s. This snakeskin clutch features gold hardware, snap closure, and an optional gold chain shoulder strap. The inside has a silk linin...
Unavailable
Fabulous art deco crocodile clutch
Located in Verviers, BE
Fabulous art deco dark brown crocodile vintage clutch. Made of brown crocodile leather, chrome and brown synthetic lining. Size : upper width : 20 cm - 7.9 in. Lower width : 30 ...
Unavailable
H 4.73 in W 7.68 in D 0.2 in
French Art Deco Beautiful Beaded & Silk Small Purse/Clutch for Madeleine Vionnet
By Boris Jean Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
This purse was designed and created by Boris Jean Lacroix for Madeleine Vionnet (1876-1975).
Silk, Beads
An Elegant Art Deco Shagreen Clutch Purse with Silver Border London 1929
Located in London, GB
A elegant Art Deco shagreen clutch purse with English silver border which is segmented for flexibility, complete with it's original interior including fixed purse as shown, London 19...
Silver
Sold
H 2.25 in W 1.625 in D 0.75 in
Rare Silver Vesta Case in form of clutch Purse Birmingham 1892 Thomas Hayes
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Antique Silver Vesta Case in form of clutch Purse Birmingham 1892 Thomas Hayes. The shaped ovoid form vesta richly decorated with engraved foliage, inscribed E.W.farmer on his Silver...
Sterling Silver
Womens Bag Covered In Antique Persian Style Tapestry
Located in Long Island City, NY
A vintage clutch purse covered in 18th-century Persian-style tapestry, featuring intricate floral and foliage patterns in vibrant colors.
Textile
30s Lizard Clutch
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderfully subtle and burnished 1930s lizard clutch with padded frame inner leather lining and pockets and dance strap.
1930's Deitsch Clutch
Located in New Hope, PA
Rich caramel brown snakeskin is used as an accent on the opening flap and two front corners of this 1930's fabric covered clutch bag. The bag is lined in black fabric and it has a zi...
Antique 1920's Shagreen Clutch
Located in New Hope, PA
A rare red shagreen bag from the 1920's is edged with a hallmarked sterling silver frame. The striking shagreen clasp is also edged in sterling silver. The back and sides of the bag ...
1930's Navy Alligator Evening Clutch
Located in New Hope, PA
I really had to do a double take when I found this chic navy alligator clutch from the 1930's. The condition is so pristine that it is hard to believe that it is not brand new!
1920's Art Deco Clutch
Located in New Hope, PA
A black textured leather clutch from the Art Deco period is enhanced with a design of marcasites and three large green chrysoprase stones on the front.
Antique Sterling Silver Mesh Purse Handbag Estate Find
Located in Montreal, QC
Edwardian Sterling Silver Mesh Handbag Purse Clutch. Marked: STERLING, L.S. Approx. size: 6.5" w x 7" h.
VINTAGE Black Leather Crocodile Clutch Handbag
Located in San Francisco, CA
VINTAGE clutch comes in a black crocodile leather featuring a inner pocket and a magnetic closure. Good Pre-Owned Condition. Measurements: Length: 9.75 in. Height: 5.5 in.
LAMBERTSON TRUEX Brown Leather Clutch Handbag
Located in San Francisco, CA
LAMBERTSON TRUEX clutch comes in a brown leather featuring a inner pocket and a push open closure. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Measurements: Length: 9.5 in. Height: 5 in.
Lovely Cut Steel French Beaded Clutch
Located in New York, NY
This 1930s deco french clutch has an intricately beaded pattern of florals within beaded color bands. The microbeading is comprised of gold, yellow,pink, green and ruby beads. The fr...
Vintage Japanese Clutch Leather Bag, 1930s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Unknown - Leather bag with hand-painting and relief, with a bone fastener representing an elephant, a silk interior, and a tiny mirror. Piece made in Japan from the 1920s/1930s. To b...
NANCY GONZALEZ Beige Leather Crocodile Clutch Handbag
By Nancy Gonzalez
Located in San Francisco, CA
NANCY GONZALEZ clutch comes in a beige embossed crocodile leather featuring inner slots and a magnetic closure. Good Pre-Owned Condition. Light wear. As-Is. Original Retail Price: ...
Vintage PRADA Black Pleated Leather Clutch Handbag
By Prada
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage PRADA clutch comes in a black pleated leather featuring a front emblem detail, inner pocket, and a clasp closure. Includes authenticity cards. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-...
Silk velvet Moghul style clutch bag, 1920s,
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A sumptuous, rich, dark blue clutch bag from the 1920s, in a distinctive Moghul style, made from Royal blue silk velvet, most likely French in origin. The frame is made from base met...
Wiener Werkstatte Leather Clutch with Original Box
Located in New Hope, PA
A fine and rare Wiener Werkstatte clutch handbag is decorated with concentric golden circles on the exterior of this pristine black leather bag. The interior of the bag is black moir...
Valentino Emerald Green C-Rockee Zodiac Fringe Clutch
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in Amman, JO
Valentino emerald green C-Rockee fringe clutch, with one slide pocket on the inside, and mermaid gold detail. In excellent condition. Gold scarab at corner for the perfect finger han...
Hobe Jeweled Clutch Bag
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in New Hope, PA
This bag is all about the jewels! A gorgeous flower basket by Hobe adorns the front of the bag. The semi precious stones are set in an intricate basket of gold vermeil. The stones...
Vintage DIOR Limited Edition Silver Beaded Silk Clutch Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage DIOR 'Limited Edition' clutch comes in a silver beaded silk featuring a silver tone logo emblem, inner pocket, and a snap button closure. Good Pre-Owned Condition. Moderate...
Gucci Vintage Brown Monogram Canvas Ophidia Medium Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into the world of vintage luxury with this stunning Gucci Cosmetic Bag Clutch, a perfect blend of elegance and practicality. Crafted from the brand's signature beige and brown m...
Rare Hermes Crocodile Pan Clutch with Sterling Silver Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This unique vintage brown crocodile leather 'Pan' clutch from Hermès featuring a foldover top with Art-deco push-lock closure of sterling silver signed Hermes and is made around 193...
1920's FRENCH beaded clutch with enameled and etched gilt frame
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Attached coin purse. Condition is excellent with no bead loss.
30s Elizabeth Arden Floral Lamé Brocade and Pearl Clutch
By Elizabeth Arden
Located in Gresham, OR
An absolutely gorgeous 1930s Elizabeth Arden evening pouch style handbag in black silk and lamé (somewhere between silver and gold--very versatile) floral brocade with faux pearl tri...
Koret 1930s Gilt Leather Circular Clutch with Unusual Bow Clasp
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 1930s clutch from Koret in gilt leather of a circular design with a decorative rhinestone embellished bow. Part of the center knot of the bow lifts to form the latch to ...
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 bag — Birkin, 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.
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Before the Birkin there was the Haut à Courroies, which has become the chic carryall of choice for the league's most stylish athletes.
Accented with a sculptural golden handle and a pair of swishy tassels, the design never went into production.
These celebrities prove that the famous design works with both sleek dresses and streetwear.
Fashion designers are revisiting and reimagining the era's It bags.
The sale sets a new record for the highly coveted handbag.
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Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.