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
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
'Pellegrino' by Peter Winnett
By Peter Winnett
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
: 2020 Feb DANCING COLOURS, Silk Purse Gallery, West Vancouver 2012 July SVA Gramercy Gallery, New York
Acrylic
Trump by Peter Winnett
By Peter Winnett
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Summer Residency, School of Visual Arts, New York City Exhibitions 2020 Feb DANCING COLOURS, Silk Purse
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'Magdalene' by Peter Winnett
By Peter Winnett
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
2020 Feb DANCING COLOURS, Silk Purse Gallery, West Vancouver 2012 July SVA Gramercy Gallery, New York
Acrylic
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
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...
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
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
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
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
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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H 6 in W 7 in D 2.25 in
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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H 5.75 in W 8 in D 0.5 in
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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...
Eric Javits "Dance" Camera Bag.
By Eric Javits
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Eric Javits Black Leather Handbag "Dance" Camera Bag with Lime Green Interior.
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
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
Art Nouveau Silver Compact & Accessories "Dance Purse"
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Art Nouveau Silver plate "Dance Purse" Compact Minaudiere Evening Bag. This hinged box
Antique German Art Nouveau Sterling Silver "Dance Purse" Evening Bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique German Art Nouveau Sterling Silver "Dance Purse" Evening Bag. This lovely sterling silver
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H 10 in W 10 in D 3 in
1970s GUCCI Vintage Black Silk Beadeds Embroidery Drawstring Bucket Dancing Bag
By Gucci
Located in Milan, Italy
This stunning 1920s style Gucci drawstring bucket bag is in silk satin fabric with bronze beadeds embroidered details. It has satin lined and silk cord drawstring with tassels. It's ...
FENDI new pink sequins baguette 2024
By Fendi
Located in Rubiera, RE
FENDI New pink sequins baguette 2024 Iconic medium-sized Baguette bag, finely embroidered all-over with pink sequins in different shapes and sizes for a 3D effect and decorated with ...
Boue Soeurs Romantic French 1920 Silk and Lace Gown
Located in New York, NY
French Boue Soeurs style romantic 1920's silk and lace gown. Composed of pale pink silk jersey crepe , the empire bodice of hand embroidered cotton tulle in floral motifs and fillet...
Vintage Art Deco Black Suede Handbag
Located in London, GB
A chic hexaganol shape Art Deco handbag in black suede. The bag has a decorative art deco clasp and is lined in fabric with one internal pouch pocket and integrated purse. Measuremen...
GIANNI VERSACE S/S 1999 Ad Campaign Irises Hand-Painted Cowhide Handbag
By Donatella Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Munich, DE
Here we have a beautiful Spring/Summer 1999 hand-painted brown and white cowhide handbag designed by Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace. The same model was highlighted in the ad ca...
UNWORN Exotic Fendi Embroidered Sequin Mini Croissant Bag - Special Piece
By Fendi
Located in Switzerland, CH
Special Piece! Stunning Mini Croissant Bag by Fendi Champagne-colored satin is beautifully embroidered with sequins & pearls FF Logo buckle closure Exotic snakeskin trimming Adju...
Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003
By Celine, Michael Kors
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very chic brown jersey dress by Michael Kors for Celine. It has rows of brown wooden bead adorned fine straps emanating from the front neckline which extend over the shoulders cros...
Beautiful 1920s Bronze Gold Fully Beaded Vintage 20s Flapper Purse Bag Pouch
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1920s bronze and brown fully beaded evening bag! The perfect alternative to a clutch! This rare gem features two gold metal chains, and can be adjusted to wear long or shor...
Vintage Croc Embossed Leather Doctor Bag - '00s
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This vintage doctor bag is handmade from dark brown leather with croc embossed pattern. It opens in a unique fashion and features a clasp lock and one zippered pocket for pens and ot...
Paco Rabanne 1960s Chain Link Silver and Gold Metal Evening Bag Handbag Purse
By Paco Rabanne
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and iconic 1960s Paco Rabanne gold and silver metal chain link evening bag ! A true statement piece that successfully completes any outfit. In great condition Made in Italy Mea...
Tom Ford for Gucci Dragonfly Gold Metal MicroGuccissima Enamel Minaudiere Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Gold Dragonfly Minaudiere in Micro Guccissima Embossed Gold tone Metal and Enamel Clutch 2000"s Collection This striking Gucci Minaudiere is rendered in Micro Gucc...
$393
W 4.25 in D 1.37 in L 6.8 in
Silver and White Diamond Design Beaded Bag with Silver Tone Fittings circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
Shimmering silver and white diamond design beaded bag with silver tone fittings. Measuring length at the base 17.5 cm / 6.8 inches by width 10.8 cm / 4.25 inches, and depth 3.5 cm / ...
Bean Form Inlaid Shell Purse
Located in New York, NY
Bean Form Inlaid Shell Purse from the 1980's. Inlaid "scales" of shell are placed over a bean shaped form and lined in suede. Long silken cord shoulder straps. 1980's USA. 8" x 4" x...
Rare Maison Gripoix Poured Glass Evening Bag
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Rare Gripoix Glass Haute Couture purse from the 1980's. A Chanel design, but made in custom colorations. Our Chanel Haute Couture client ordered these purses directly from Maison Gri...
Rialto NY Grey Lucite Vintage Handbag
By Rialto
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rialto NY Grey Lucite Vintage Handbag. This Rialto NY 1950's Grey Handbag is a stunning piece to add to any bag collection. The handle has a rhinestone detail around the bottom where...
$227
H 6.69 in W 6.29 in
Art Deco Bag with Black Yellow Red Green Mauve Beads and Cream Celluloid Frame
Located in London, GB
Lovely Art Deco bag with black, yellow, red, green and mauve beads and a cream celluloid frame. Measuring maximum width 16 cm / 6.29 inches and height 17 cm / 6.69 inches, with a han...
Patchwork Clutch with Bakelite Frame
Located in Alford, MA
Clutch in the deepest gray soft leather featuring a central patchwork panel of leaves in varied complementary colors. Carved bakelite frame and hinged clasp.
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.
What these styles lack in name recognition they more than make up for in cachet.
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.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.