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Dance Purse

Charming Googly Eyed Flapper Dance Purse
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco Flapper dance purse with moveable googly eyes. Airbrushed celluloid with silk
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Handbags and Purses

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
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Evening Bags and Minaudières

1960s Black Resin Rhinestone Embellished Evening Clutch
Located in Toronto, Ontario
condition. Perfect for the holiday season, dinner and dancing or a red carpet. Length 8.2" Height 5
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1960s Unknown Clutches

Delvaux Blue/Silver Leather Brilliant Bag Charm
By Delvaux
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
accents, dances in the light, catching attention effortlessly. A symbol of understated luxury, it adds a
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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama Capucine MM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Kusama's playful dots dance across the sumptuous canvas. The exterior of this bag is crafted in black
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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

FENDI Limited edition rainbow beaded baguette
By Fendi
Located in Aurora, IL
rainbow motif that dances across the canvas. The kaleidoscope of colors, intricately woven into the iconic
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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

17P Chanel Black Lucky Charms Reissue WOC Wallet on Chain Bag 67604
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
chain can be worn single across the body, double on the shoulder, triple as a hand purse or inside the
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2010s Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermès Rouge Grenat Clémence Leather Lindy 34 PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Condition Description: Named after the "Lindy Hop" dance from the 1920's, the Lindy bag first appeared on
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

A precious red Leather Reticule with tortoiseshell inlay - England Dated 1836
Located in Toulon, FR
preciously concealed the dance card, the forerunner of the mobile phone! Note the natural patina of time, but
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1830s English Evening Bags and Minaudières

French Art Deco Coral Rose Evening Clutch Bag
Located in New York, NY
wristband for dancing. Excellent condition. 1920's France. 6.5" 4.5" x 2".
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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage black patent leather bag with handle 1970 USA
Located in Stuttgart, DE
fashion items such as wallets and handbags, dance and uniform shoes, thigh-high boots and professional
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

1940s Koret Maroon Sequin Evening Arm Bag
By Neiman Marcus, Koret
Located in San Francisco, CA
used for dancing in night clubs. The body of the bag is entirely decorated with brilliant maroon sequin
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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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1970s Yves Saint Laurent Russian Collection Lipstick Red Boho Peasant Blouse Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and collectible vintage 70s YSL Rive Gauche cotton peasant shirt from the infamous 1976 RUSSIAN COLLECTION! Features a lightweight textured cotton that looks fantastic on! Boat ...
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1970s French Blouses and Tops

1960s Hattie Carnegie Silver Sequined Open Back Mod Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s HATTIE CARNEGIE silver fully sequined vintage open back mini dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn silver sequins throughout on a soft stretch knit. Simply slips over th...
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Hermès Vintage Kelly 28 GHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
* Black * Box calf leather * Single rolled top handle * Foldover top * Signature sangles straps * Twist-lock fastening * Main compartment * Internal zip-fastening pocket * Internal s...
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1990s Top Handle Bags

Hermès Vintage Kelly 28 GHW
Hermès Vintage Kelly 28 GHW
H 7.88 in W 11.03 in D 4.73 in
Chanel Haute Couture ivory lace wedding dress, c. 1960s
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Haute Couture ivory lace wedding dress with corseted bodice, cap sleeves, trained skirt and silk lining. c. 1960s
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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

French Vintage Evening Bag Handbag Metallic Embroidery Beaded Pearls Gold Silk
Located in Portland, OR
This lovely handbag was made in France in the late 1910's or early 1920's. The bag has a beautiful faux pearls on the clasp and the frame and is made of a soft gold silk. The bag has...
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Early 20th Century French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Supberbe CHANEL 1997 Pink Lesage Tweed CC Logo Button Jacket Blazer 42
By Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
THE Chanel jacket - a true icon! One of the most acclaimed pieces ever by Chanel Perfect to be worn casual with jeans or dressed up - an iconic CHANEL jacket A timeless classic in st...
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1990s French Blazers

ICONIC GUCCI BY TOM FORD Gold GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse Bamboo Handles
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A limited edition bag by Gucci A signature piece in the famous GG Monogram Beautiful beaded Gucci bag in golden color Gucci Bamboo design handles and closure push lock Frame discreet...
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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

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 of original black patterned silk has been made anew for the bag. The frame imitates ...
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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel 1994 Iconic Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1994 Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare Silver-tone metal Chanel vintage round sunglasses with faux pearl trim at frames and arms, adjustable nose pads and tin...
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1990s Italian Sunglasses

Eygptian Revival Deco Purse, 1920's
Located in New York, NY
Eygptian revival butter silk faille with scarab tinsel embroidery in silver and gold threads. Large emerald cut citrine paste and clear stones set into frame. Beautiful quality impor...
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Evening Bags and Minaudières

Art Deco Ladies Powder Compact, circa 1935
Located in Westward ho, GB
Vintage Art Deco Compact in white metal with a highly stylised design in black and pink enamelling, Maison Jeurelle - from the Seventeen Makeup Line. Inside the Compact is signed in ...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vanity Items

Art Deco Ladies Powder Compact, circa 1935
Art Deco Ladies Powder Compact, circa 1935
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Rare Vintage 1990s Hermes Bolide 31 Ostrich Chestnut GHW Circle Y
By Hermès
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Classic vintage bolide in chestnut colour and gold hardware. Stamp circle Y from 1995. Overall still in good condition, with minor scuffs on some exterior leather and light scratches...
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1990s Structured Shoulder Bags

Antique pouch bag, silver plate, late 19th century – England
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Antique pouch bag, silver plate, late 19th century – England Silver plate purse or pouch, made at the end of the 19th century in England. The main body is made of mesh, framed at the...
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Late 19th Century French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Art Deco Jeweled Bakelite Flapper Minaudiere
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Jeweled Bakelite Minaudiere. Black Celluloid with blue bakelite fittings and sapphire crystal inlay. Large black silk tassel conceals lipstick holder. Lid opens to reveal po...
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1920s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

High Art Deco Bakelite Dog Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Rare Collectible High Art Deco Bakelite Dog Calf Leather Clutch from the 1930's by Virginia Bags. A carved and patinaed futurist bakelite dog is anchored by a perforated leather leas...
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1930s Unknown Clutches

A carved Bakelite framed golden velvet handbag, France, 1920s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A charming and highly decorative handbag, made from golden/amber silk velvet, which has a veil, or netting, layer over the top , giving a delicacy and depth to the handbag. Topped w...
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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

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1960s Fringed Bag
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 1960s black long bag with fringe. The 60s dance, The Twist, popularized clothing and
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1960s American Handbags and Purses

1920s Drawstring Multicolor Floral Steel Bag
Located in New York, NY
I think the picture will best describe this lovely bag. Here are some facts. The purse measures
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1920s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Circa 1920s Silvertone and Aqua Blue Guilloche Vanity Case With Finger Ring
Located in Long Beach, CA
has a 2.5" chain with a finger ring for carrying the case, particularly handy when dancing. Inside is
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1920s Wallets and Small Accessories

1920s floral celluloid tasseled dance purse nécessaire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, celluloid tasseled dance purse nécessaire with original tassel and cord handle...Inside is a compartment
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1920s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Alexander McQueen Red Nylon Dancing Skeleton Backpack
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
from camo nylon and designed with dancing skeletons and a spacious interior secured by zippers. Two
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2010s Italian Backpacks

Alexander McQueen Camo Nylon Dancing Skeleton Backpack
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
from camo nylon and designed with dancing skeletons and a spacious interior secured by zippers. A
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2010s Italian Backpacks

Eric Javits "Dance" Handbag
By Eric Javits
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Eric Javits Leather Handbag in Berry leather. "Dance" Camera bag with black trim and gold chain and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Alexander McQueen Red Camo Nylon Dancing Skeleton Backpack
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
from camo nylon and designed with dancing skeletons and a spacious interior secured by a zipper. Two
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2010s Italian Backpacks

Alexander McQueen Red Camo Nylon Dancing Skeleton Backpack
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
from camo nylon and designed with dancing skeletons- a signature motif of the label. The creation comes
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2010s Italian Backpacks

Celine Multicolor Leather Watch Me Dance Clutch Bag
By Celine
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This clutch bag from the house of Celine is exquisite. Crafted in Italy, it is made of quality leather and flaunts lovely multicolored hues. It is held by a single handle, features a...
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2010s Italian Clutches

Alexander McQueen Red Camo Nylon Dancing Skeleton Backpack
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This backpack from Alexander McQueen is going to be your favorite. Designed using red Camo-print nylon, this backpack is great for everyday use and long days. Includes: Original Dus...
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2010s Italian Backpacks

Eric Javits "Dance" Camera Bag.
By Eric Javits
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Eric Javits Black Leather Handbag "Dance" Camera Bag with Lime Green Interior.
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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Art Deco 1930's Silver Sequin & Beaded Dance Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Czechoslovakian 1930's era silver sequin and beaded petite handbag with a glamorous Art Deco aesthetic. The unusual round silhouette with ring handles seems to be a style before i...
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1930s Czech Evening Bags and Minaudières

30s Lizard Clutch
Located in Gresham, OR
pockets and dance strap.
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Handbags and Purses

30s Lizard Clutch
30s Lizard Clutch
H 6.75 in W 10 in D 1.5 in
Koret 1930s Gilt Leather Circular Clutch with Unusual Bow Clasp
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
with small dance strap. Circle is 6" wide. Stunning design.
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Clutches

Versace Green Baroque Studded Nappa Crossbody Shoulder Bag Clutch
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
. Embellished with the brand’s signature gold plaque, this high-octane style is ideal for dancing the night away
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Handmade gold python handle bag NWOT
Located in Capri, IT
Prima defies gravity. Like a graceful yet strong dancer, she carries the bag on a single foot of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags

Gianni Versace Couture Silk Velvet Canova Print Gold Chain Bag, 1990s
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Boca Raton, FL
the bag images of two women appear in a style reminiscent of goddesses dancing through the black void
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1990s Italian Shoulder Bags

Hermès Taurillon Clemence Leather Lindy 26cm Bag
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
$7,100. THE STORY BEHIND: A nod to the Lindy Hop, a famous American street dance from the 1920s, this
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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

New VERSACE White Baroque Studded Nappa Crossbody Shoulder Bag
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
. Embellished with the brand’s signature gold plaque, this high-octane style is ideal for dancing the night away
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Italian 1980s Marlon Gold Mesh Disco Bag
By Marlon Firenze
Located in New York, NY
The perfect bag to spend the night on the dance floor at the disco by Italian hand bag and
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1970s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Silky Pop Shopper Handbag Danse du Cheval Marwari
By Hermès
Located in FR
(dancing Marwari horse) Made of Silk and Leather Colors: Orange / Marron d'Inde (Orange, Brown
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Vintage Quilted Gold Leather Hobo Handbag With Chain Handle
By Neiman Marcus
Located in Atlanta, GA
style for easy wear making it the perfect accessory for a night disco dancing and party hopping. The
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1980s Canadian Hobo Bags

Large Micro Beaded Floral Handbag, 1930's
Located in Atlanta, GA
gold tone frame has a kiss lock closure and opens to reveal a rose pink lining with a dance card
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1930s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Walborg 1950's Art Deco Style White Beaded Evening Handbag
By Walborg
Located in Atlanta, GA
style design in white and silvery clear seed beads reminiscent of 1920's flapper dance bags. The silver
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1950s Belgian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Hermès Argile Etoupe Birkin Ghillies Bag
By Hermès
Located in Capri, IT
from the ancient dancing shoes of the Celts. Adopting premium finishing to grace the Ghillies bags, it
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Argile Etoupe Birkin Ghillies Bag
By Hermès
Located in Capri, IT
from the ancient dancing shoes of the Celts. Adopting premium finishing to grace the Ghillies bags, it
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Art Deco Enamelled Triangular Prism Compact Minaudiere 1930s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
amount of detail. Including a section for make up, cigarettes and notes/dance card. The base panel
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1930s Evening Bags and Minaudières

LOUIS VUITTON Damier Canvas Trousse Vaslav Cosmetic Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Named after the famous Russian ballet dancer, Vaslav Nijinski, the Vaslav washbag is the perfect
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Early 2000s French Cosmetic Bags

Art Deco Brass Mesh Dance Purse
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Art Deco Brass Mesh Dance Purse with mesh tassel. Ornate foliate filigree decoration runs up
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1920s American Top Handle Bags

1920s Celluloid Flapper Dance Purse
Located in New York, NY
Charming deco dance purse minaudiere for everything a girl needed back in the 1920s. The tubular
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Evening Bags and Minaudières

Silk Brocade Dance Purse with Emerald Cabochon Clasp, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
carry it? Dance purses eliminated that worry with an ingenious fingertip loop on the reverse, allowing a
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1950s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

c.1920's Yellow Cylindrical Celluloid Necessaire Hand Painted Dance Purse OOAK
Located in Thiensville, WI
MUSEUM QUALITY: Arts & Crafts Era 1920's celluloid dance purse. Hand painted golden yellow with
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1920s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Lovely C.1930 Trinity Plate Brown Suede Pearl Encrusted Dance Purse Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Their specialty was the perfectly appointed 'dance purse' carried by flappers and stylish ladies of the
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1930s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Art Deco Buttercream Grid Vinyl Dance Clutch with Carved Bakelite Clasp, 1930s
By Park Lane
Located in Tucson, AZ
our stack of butterscotch carved Bakelite bangles, sold separately. Flat clutch purse with
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1930s American Clutches

VERSACE Black Baroque Studded Nappa Crossbody Shoulder Bag Clutch
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
. Embellished with the brand’s signature gold plaque, this high-octane style is ideal for dancing the night away
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Hermes Silkypop Tote Handbag Danse du Cheval Marwari Yellow
By Hermès
Located in FR
(dancing Marwari horse) Made in France Stamp L in a square Made of Silk and Leather Colors
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Early 2000s French Tote Bags

Hermes Silky Pop Shopper Handbag Danse du Cheval Marwari Pink
By Hermès
Located in FR
(dancing Marwari horse) Made in France Stamp L in a square (2008) Made of Silk and Leather Colorways
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Early 2000s French Tote Bags

1990s Gianni Versace Couture Silk Velvet Canova Print Gold Chain Bag
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Boca Raton, FL
the bag images of two women appear in a style reminiscent of goddesses dancing through the black void
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1990s Italian Shoulder Bags

Jean Paul Gaultier AW1998 Jacquard Silk Tote Bag
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and '80s as the “enfant terrible" of French fashion. His irreverent style left nothing sacred, dancing
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1990s Tote Bags

Chrome Hearts Fleur De Lis Hobo Handbag
By Chrome Hearts
Located in London, GB
the bag's design is the fringe trim accent, which dances with each movement. This feature introduces a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Hobo Bags

Chrome Hearts Fleur De Lis Hobo Handbag
Chrome Hearts Fleur De Lis Hobo Handbag
H 11.75 in W 14.5 in D 4.75 in
Julius Resnick Large Tapestry Handbag 1950s
Located in Water Mill, NY
with top clasp. One side is pictured with an 18th century man and woman dancing and on the other a man
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

Julius Resnick Large Tapestry Handbag 1950s
Located in Water Mill, NY
top clasp. One side is adorned with an 18th century man and woman dancing and on the other a man
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

Helene Angeli Angels Handle Bag
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
gold toned hardware Angels singing and dancing all over. Colour rhinestones attached on the handle. The
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1990s French Top Handle Bags

C.1990 Michelle LaLonde Suede Sage Green Wristlet Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
dance bags from the 1920's. Very good condition...appears to be unused. MEASUREMENTS Petite in size
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1990s American Top Handle Bags

Gianni Versace Rare Vintage Gold Pochette Canova Print
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Milano, IT
reminiscent of goddesses dancing on a black background along with a putto. Along the bottom edge, a repeated
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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Iconic 1960's Paco Rabanne Space Age Gold Chain Mail Handbag & Earrings
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Atlanta, GA
same discs as the handbag, the artistic danglers are dancing mobiles for the ears. They are
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1960s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Gucci Limited Edition Heritage Collection Rinascimento Exotic Crocodile Bag
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
, thorny spires and crowns dance across a creamy canvas background with striking effect. Gucci has
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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

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

Hermes Kelly Dance Black Swift Leather
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very good preloved condition Hermes Black Kelly Swift Dance Hermes Kelly Dance bag is rarer than
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21st Century and Contemporary Backpacks

Hermes Kelly Dance Black Swift Leather
Hermes Kelly Dance Black Swift Leather
H 8.67 in W 7.09 in D 2.76 in
20s French Dance Bag
Located in Litchfield County, CT
20s French black celluloid and paste stone vanity or party purse used to bring only the essentials
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Evening Bags and Minaudières

20s French Dance Bag
20s French Dance Bag
W 1.5 in L 3 in
Victorian Miniature Dance Book
Located in New York, NY
These Victorian dance books were given to ladies to remember to whom they had promised dances. This
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Late 19th Century Unknown Tech Accessories and Cases

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

Chanel Four Leaf Clover Bag
By Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Lucky you to stumble upon a designer gem such as this! Whimsical four leaf clovers dance across the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Yellow Lucite Clutch Shoulderbag
By Koret
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A good customer consigned this bright yellow lucite purse with optional original chain shoulder
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1960s American Handbags and Purses

Silver Framed Lizard Bag
Located in New Hope, PA
. The frame is covered with angels playing musical instruments and dancing. The beige lizard skin is
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20th Century Unknown Edwardian Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Vintage Forest (Green) Lambskin Classic 2.55 Double Flap
By Chanel
Located in New York City, NY
shiny gold hardware. Perfect for strolling the streets or dancing the night away. CHANEL
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1990s French Handbags and Purses

CHANEL Vintage 1986 Red Lambskin Classic 2.55 Double Flap Bag GH
By Chanel
Located in New York City, NY
hardware. Perfect for strolling the streets or dancing the night away. CHANEL vintage
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1980s French Handbags and Purses

Chanel Turquoise Blue Patent Wallet On Chain (WOC)
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
against the body), the WOC can be worn when partying, dancing or just walking around. The perfect solution
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Handbags and Purses

Chanel Black Velvet Classic Quilted Wallet On Chain (WOC)
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
(so it lies comfortably against the body), the WOC can be worn when partying, dancing or just walking
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Handbags and Purses

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Dance Purse For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary dance purse you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Brown, Yellow and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a dance purse from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. An accessory like this designed by Alexander McQueen, Eric Javits and Hermès — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. Finding a dance purse for sale for women should be easy, but there are 8 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Dance Purse?

The price for a dance purse starts at $120 and tops out at $7,731, and on average, selling for $440.

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.

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