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Columbus Bag

Leather and canvas Street Chic Columbus bag CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano
Leather and canvas Street Chic Columbus bag CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano

Leather and canvas Street Chic Columbus bag CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Leather and canvas Street Chic Columbus bag with detachable pocket. Gold metal hardware.

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Early 2000s Structured Shoulder Bags

Christian Dior Green Canvas Street Chic Columbus Shoulder Bag
Christian Dior Green Canvas Street Chic Columbus Shoulder Bag

Christian Dior Green Canvas Street Chic Columbus Shoulder Bag

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

2002 Christian Dior canvas and leather Columbus bag from the 'Street Chic' collection. Heavy green canvas fabric with tan leather.

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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

S/S 2003 “Columbus" Street Chic Leather Shoulder Bag
S/S 2003 “Columbus" Street Chic Leather Shoulder Bag

S/S 2003 “Columbus" Street Chic Leather Shoulder Bag

By Christian Dior

Located in Atlanta, GA

Designed to sit comfortably under the arm or across the body, the Columbus bag reflects Galliano’s ability to fuse luxury craftsmanship with urban edge.

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Early 2000s Structured Shoulder Bags

Christian Dior Brown Leather street chic Columbus Shoulder Bag
Christian Dior Brown Leather street chic Columbus Shoulder Bag

Christian Dior Brown Leather street chic Columbus Shoulder Bag

By Christian Dior

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Designed to sit comfortably under the arm or across the body, the Columbus bag reflects Galliano’s ability to fuse luxury craftsmanship with urban edge.

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Early 2000s Shoulder Bags

Dior Limited Edition Rare Columnbus Dior Strict Chic Brown Multicolor Velvet Bag
Dior Limited Edition Rare Columnbus Dior Strict Chic Brown Multicolor Velvet Bag

Dior Limited Edition Rare Columnbus Dior Strict Chic Brown Multicolor Velvet Bag

By Christian Dior

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Expertly crafted with stunning multicolor velvet, the Dior Limited Edition Rare Columbus bag is a must-have for fashion-forward individuals.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Dior Columbus mini bag in silk
Dior Columbus mini bag in silk

Dior Columbus mini bag in silk

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige

Dior columbus / street chic in silk and patent leather color blu, silver hardware. Condition: Really good. Measurements: 19cm x 13cm x 3,5

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Early 2000s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Dior Columbus mini bag in silk
Dior Columbus mini bag in silk

Dior Columbus mini bag in silk

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige

Dior columbus / street chic in silk and patent leather color blu, silver hardware. Condition: Really good. Measurements: 19cm x 13cm x 3,5

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Christian Dior Denim Navy Diorissimo Street Chic Columbus Bag
Christian Dior Denim Navy Diorissimo Street Chic Columbus Bag

Christian Dior Denim Navy Diorissimo Street Chic Columbus Bag

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Montreal, Quebec

This Dior bag from the 2002 street chic collection, designed by John Galliano, is crafted in navy canvas with jacquard diorissimo monogram stitch. It features a structured shape, cow...

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Christian Dior “Victim” Street Chic Columbus Bag – '00s
Christian Dior “Victim” Street Chic Columbus Bag – '00s

Christian Dior “Victim” Street Chic Columbus Bag – '00s

By Christian Dior

Located in Milano, Lombardia

An iconic and highly collectible piece from John Galliano’s Dior era, the “Victim” Street Chic Columbus Bag captures the irreverent energy and creative freedom of the early 2000s.

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Dior Limited Edition Rare Columnbus Dior Strict Chic White Rhinestones Bag
Dior Limited Edition Rare Columnbus Dior Strict Chic White Rhinestones Bag

Dior Limited Edition Rare Columnbus Dior Strict Chic White Rhinestones Bag

By Christian Dior

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Expertly crafted with stunning white fabric and rhinestone embellishments, the Dior Limited Edition Rare Columbus bag is a must-have for fashion-forward individuals.

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Dior Brown Monogram Trotter Columbus Shoulder Bag 5DD1220K
Dior Brown Monogram Trotter Columbus Shoulder Bag 5DD1220K

Dior Brown Monogram Trotter Columbus Shoulder Bag 5DD1220K

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 13BM1025 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 12.5" Width: 6.5" Height: 7 " Shoulder Handle Drop: 8" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accesso...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton Bronze Monogram Vernis Columbus Zip Shoulder Bag 23l26a
Louis Vuitton Bronze Monogram Vernis Columbus Zip Shoulder Bag 23l26a

Louis Vuitton Bronze Monogram Vernis Columbus Zip Shoulder Bag 23l26a

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: LM1001 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 14.2" Width: 3.4" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 8.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Si...

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Bronze Monogram Vernis Columbus Zip Shoulder Bag 97lk826s
Louis Vuitton Bronze Monogram Vernis Columbus Zip Shoulder Bag 97lk826s

Louis Vuitton Bronze Monogram Vernis Columbus Zip Shoulder Bag 97lk826s

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: LM1001 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 14.2" Width: 3.4" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 8.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Sign...

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CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Denim Street Chic Columbus Bag
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Denim Street Chic Columbus Bag

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Denim Street Chic Columbus Bag

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage denim Street Chic Columbus bag. Designed under the creative direction of John Galliano, the Street Chic line perfectly captures the spirit of Christian Dior i...

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Christian Dior by John Galliano Limited Edition Columbus / Street Chic
Christian Dior by John Galliano Limited Edition Columbus / Street Chic

Christian Dior by John Galliano Limited Edition Columbus / Street Chic

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige

Christian Dior by John Galliano Limited Edition Columbus / Street Chic embellished bag in canvas and leather color red, silver hardware, three crystal embellished broches.

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Early 2000s Structured Shoulder Bags

Christian Dior Black Oblique Monogram Canvas & Calfskin Leather Vintage Columbus
Christian Dior Black Oblique Monogram Canvas & Calfskin Leather Vintage Columbus

Christian Dior Black Oblique Monogram Canvas & Calfskin Leather Vintage Columbus

By Christian Dior

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Christian Dior Black Oblique Monogram Canvas & Calfskin Leather Vintage Columbus Shoulder Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1599 Brand: Christian Dior Model: Columbus Type: Top Handl...

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Christian Dior Vintage Multi-Pocket Street Chic Columbus Bag Canvas with
Christian Dior Vintage Multi-Pocket Street Chic Columbus Bag Canvas with

Christian Dior Vintage Multi-Pocket Street Chic Columbus Bag Canvas with

By Christian Dior

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Pochette, Extra Bag Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 12", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 8-12.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Vintage Multi-Pocket Street Chic Columbus Bag Ca...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Dior Vintage Beige Diorissimo Street Chic Columbus Bag 2003
Dior Vintage Beige Diorissimo Street Chic Columbus Bag 2003

Dior Vintage Beige Diorissimo Street Chic Columbus Bag 2003

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Montreal, Quebec

This bag is from Dior’s 2003 Street Chic collection and is made of brown canvas with Diorissimo monogram print. Featuring a very structured shape, a belt with snap closure on a cowhi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Christian Dior Street Chic Columbus Brown Leather x Monogram Shoulder Hand Bag
Christian Dior Street Chic Columbus Brown Leather x Monogram Shoulder Hand Bag

Christian Dior Street Chic Columbus Brown Leather x Monogram Shoulder Hand Bag

By Christian Dior

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

Christian Dior Street Chic Columbus bag in brown leather x monogram canvas. Outside, has 1 flap pocket for mobile.

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Christian Dior Columbus Canvas And Leather Shoulder Bag
Christian Dior Columbus Canvas And Leather Shoulder Bag

Christian Dior Columbus Canvas And Leather Shoulder Bag

By Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

Christian Dior Columbus canvas and leather shoulder bag. Khaki and tan.

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Christian Dior Street Chic Columbus Canvas and Leather Shoulder Bag
Christian Dior Street Chic Columbus Canvas and Leather Shoulder Bag

Christian Dior Street Chic Columbus Canvas and Leather Shoulder Bag

Located in NY, NY

Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 11.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 11" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Street Chic Columbus Canvas and Leather Shoulder Bag Item Number: 688/11

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Dior Multicolor Canvas and Leather Limited Edition Street Chic Columbus Shoulder
Dior Multicolor Canvas and Leather Limited Edition Street Chic Columbus Shoulder

Dior Multicolor Canvas and Leather Limited Edition Street Chic Columbus Shoulder

By Christian Dior

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Limited Edition Street Chic Columbus shoulder bag from the House of Dior will be your favorite accessory in no time.

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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

DIOR Columbus Bag Vintage from 2002, Christian Dior Blue Jean Leather Bag
DIOR Columbus Bag Vintage from 2002, Christian Dior Blue Jean Leather Bag

DIOR Columbus Bag Vintage from 2002, Christian Dior Blue Jean Leather Bag

By Christian Dior

Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR

Vintage DIOR Columbus Bag from 2002. Dark brown Leather and Blue Jean Fabric with gold Harware.

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Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

Dior Vintage Black Diorissimo Street Chic Columbus Bag 2003
Dior Vintage Black Diorissimo Street Chic Columbus Bag 2003

Dior Vintage Black Diorissimo Street Chic Columbus Bag 2003

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Montreal, Quebec

This bag is from Dior’s 2003 Street Chic collection and is made of grey canvas with black Diorissimo monogram print. Featuring a very structured shape, a front flap with a superior b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Dior Street Chic Columbus Shoulder Bag Canvas Beige
Dior Street Chic Columbus Shoulder Bag Canvas Beige

Dior Street Chic Columbus Shoulder Bag Canvas Beige

By Christian Dior

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Color: Beige Material: Canvas with leather details Date code: 11-MA-0013 Year: 2003 Measures: Height 7” x Length 12” x Depth 2” Drop: 9” Comes with: Clip on pouch Condition: Excellen...

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Columbus Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary columbus bag you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning black, brown, orange and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a columbus bag 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. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior and John Galliano are often thought to be among the most stylish. Finding a columbus bag for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Columbus Bag?

Prices for a columbus bag can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $640 and can go as high as $16,500, while, on average they fetch $2,043.

Christian Dior for sale on 1stDibs

When Christian Dior launched his couture house, in 1946, he wanted nothing less than to make “an elegant woman more beautiful and a beautiful woman more elegant.” He succeeded, and in doing so the visionary designer altered the landscape of 20th century fashion. Vintage Dior bags, shoes, evening dresses, shirts and other garments and accessories are known today for their feminine and sophisticated sensibility.

Dior was born in Granville, on the Normandy coast, in 1905. His prosperous haute bourgeois parents wanted him to become a diplomat despite his interest in art and architecture. However, they agreed to bankroll an art gallery, which Dior opened in 1928 in Paris with a friend.

This was the start of Dior’s rise in the city’s creative milieu, where he befriended Pablo Picasso and Jean Cocteau. After seven years as an art dealer, Dior retrained as a fashion illustrator, eventually landing a job as a fashion designer for Robert Piguet, and in 1941, following a year of military service, he joined the house of Lucien Lelong. Just five years later, with the backing of industrialist Marcel Boussac, the ascendant Dior established his own fashion house, at 30 avenue Montaigne in Paris.

Just two years after the end of World War II, the fashion crowd and the moribund haute couture industry were yearning, comme tout Paris, for security and prosperity, desperate to discard the drab, sexless, utilitarian garb imposed by wartime deprivation. They needed to dream anew.

And Dior delivered: He designed a collection for a bright, optimistic future. “It’s quite a revolution, dear Christian!” exclaimed Carmel Snow, the prescient American editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar, famously proclaiming, “Your dresses have such a new look.” The press ran with the description, christening Dior’s debut Spring/Summer haute couture collection the New Look. “God help those who bought before they saw Dior,” said Snow. “This changes everything.”

Dior’s collection definitively declared that opulence, luxury and femininity were in. His skirts could have 40-meter-circumference hems, and outfits could weigh up to 60 pounds. They were cut and shaped like architecture, on strong foundations that molded women and “freed them from nature,” Dior said. Rather than rationing, his ladies wanted reams of fabric and 19-inch waists enforced by wire corsets, and the fashion world concurred. The debut got a standing ovation.

In the subsequent decade, Paris ruled as the undisputed fashion capital of the world, and Christian Dior reigned as its king. With the luxuriously full skirts of his New Look, suits and his drop-dead gorgeous couture dresses and ball gowns worthy of any princess, Dior gave women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of war.

On 1stDibs, find an exquisite range of vintage Christian Dior clothing, jewelry, handbags and other items.

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.