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Givenchy Antigona Handbag

Givenchy Antigona Box Clutch — Black
Givenchy Antigona Box Clutch — Black

Givenchy Antigona Box Clutch — Black

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

Givenchy's Antigona Box clutch is crafted from premium box calfskin in a structured rectangular silhouette. It features a signature pentagonal patch with gold-tone embossed branding,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Givenchy, Antigona studded leather clutch bag
Givenchy, Antigona studded leather clutch bag

Givenchy, Antigona studded leather clutch bag

By Givenchy

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Givenchy, Antigona studded leather clutch bag in polished black leather with small silver metal studs. The item has double internal compartments. This item shows one small scratch on...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Givenchy Antigona Shoulder Bag — Black
Givenchy Antigona Shoulder Bag — Black

Givenchy Antigona Shoulder Bag — Black

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

Givenchy's Antigona is crafted from glossy grained calfskin with hand-finished edges and gold-tone hardware. The shoulder bag features double top handles and a detachable leather sho...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Givenchy Antigona Shoulder Bag — Navy
Givenchy Antigona Shoulder Bag — Navy

Givenchy Antigona Shoulder Bag — Navy

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

Givenchy's Antigona mini crafts a structured silhouette in navy leather with a lustrous satin finish. The bag features dual top handles, a top zip closure with silver-tone hardware, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Givenchy Antigona Shoulder Bag — Blue
Givenchy Antigona Shoulder Bag — Blue

Givenchy Antigona Shoulder Bag — Blue

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

Givenchy's Antigona mini leather shoulder bag epitomizes structured contemporary elegance in rich blue calfskin. The design features a top zip closure, dual leather handles, and sign...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Givenchy Calfskin Soft Antigona Medium Satchel
Givenchy Calfskin Soft Antigona Medium Satchel

Givenchy Calfskin Soft Antigona Medium Satchel

By Givenchy

Located in Houston, TX

Born in 1927, Hubert James Taffin de Givenchy was one of the first major fashion designers to launch a ready-to-wear line. Today, under current Creative Director Clare Waight Keller,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Givenchy Sugar Goatskin Antigona Medium Satchel
Givenchy Sugar Goatskin Antigona Medium Satchel

Givenchy Sugar Goatskin Antigona Medium Satchel

By Givenchy

Located in Houston, TX

Born in 1927, Hubert James Taffin de Givenchy was one of the first major fashion designers to launch a ready-to-wear line. Today, under current Creative Director Clare Waight Keller,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Givenchy Calfskin Soft Antigona Medium Satchel
Givenchy Calfskin Soft Antigona Medium Satchel

Givenchy Calfskin Soft Antigona Medium Satchel

By Givenchy

Located in Houston, TX

Born in 1927, Hubert James Taffin de Givenchy was one of the first major fashion designers to launch a ready-to-wear line. Today, under current Creative Director Clare Waight Keller,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black
Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black

Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

Givenchy's Antigona Mini is a structured top handle bag in supple calf leather with a pentagonal silhouette. The design features brushed gold-tone hardware, an embossed GIVENCHY pent...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black
Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black

Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

Crafted from supple Box calfskin, Givenchy's Antigona top handle bag delivers structured elegance in black. The pentagonal appliqué embossed with the GIVENCHY signature in gold sits ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black
Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black

Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

Givenchy's Antigona mini crafted in supple box calf leather combines structured elegance with versatile carry options. A pentagonal silver-embossed GIVENCHY plaque anchors the zipper...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Givenchy 2011 Antigona Mini Python Bag
Givenchy 2011 Antigona Mini Python Bag

Givenchy 2011 Antigona Mini Python Bag

By Givenchy

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Add some color to your looks with this amazing Givenchy Antigona bag! Circa 2011, this rare bag is beautifully crafted from laminated python and finished in vibrant hot pink. Feature...

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black
Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black

Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

Crafted from polished black calfskin leather, this Givenchy Antigona mini showcases the house's signature architectural silhouette with structured lines and a V-shaped gusset detail....

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black
Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black

Givenchy Antigona Top Handle Bag — Black

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

Crafted from supple black box calf leather, Givenchy's Antigona features an architecturally structured silhouette with dual rolled leather handles and a pentagonal gold-embossed name...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Givenchy Antigona Mini Top Handle Bag — Black
Givenchy Antigona Mini Top Handle Bag — Black

Givenchy Antigona Mini Top Handle Bag — Black

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

Givenchy's Antigona Mini is a structured top handle bag in supple Box calfskin leather. The compact silhouette features a zip closure, pentagonal silver-embossed logo applique, and r...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Givenchy Antigona East-West Shoulder Bag — Black
Givenchy Antigona East-West Shoulder Bag — Black

Givenchy Antigona East-West Shoulder Bag — Black

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

Crafted from 100% calf leather, the Antigona East-West combines Givenchy's architectural precision with everyday versatility. The structured silhouette features dual rolled leather h...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Givenchy Antigona East West Shoulder Bag — Red
Givenchy Antigona East West Shoulder Bag — Red

Givenchy Antigona East West Shoulder Bag — Red

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

Givenchy's Antigona East West is a structured shoulder bag crafted from glossy red calfskin with polished gold-tone hardware. The silhouette features a two-way zip top closure, doubl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Givenchy Antigona Small Black Calfskin Leather Top Handle bag with Strap
Givenchy Antigona Small Black Calfskin Leather Top Handle bag with Strap

Givenchy Antigona Small Black Calfskin Leather Top Handle bag with Strap

By Givenchy

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Givenchy Antigona Small Black Calfskin Leather Top Handle bag with Strap These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. This iconic design boasts a roomy inter...

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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

rare GIVENCHY Runway Antigona Vertical silver eyelets box calfskin hobo tote bag
rare GIVENCHY Runway Antigona Vertical silver eyelets box calfskin hobo tote bag

rare GIVENCHY Runway Antigona Vertical silver eyelets box calfskin hobo tote bag

By Matthew Williamson, Givenchy

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare GIVENCHY Runway Antigona Vertical silver eyelets black box calfskin hobo tote bag Reference: TGAS/G00346 Brand: Givenchy Designer: Matthew Williams Model: Mini Antigona Vertical...

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

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Givenchy Mini Antigona Satchel
Givenchy Mini Antigona Satchel

Givenchy Mini Antigona Satchel

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H 8 in W 11 in D 3 in

Givenchy Mini Antigona Satchel

By Givenchy

Located in Roslyn, NY

Metallic silver-tone leather Givenchy Small Antigona satchel with silver-tone hardware, single flat shoulder strap, dual rolled top handles, tan woven lining, three interior pockets;...

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2010s Top Handle Bags

Givenchy Antigona Wristlet
Givenchy Antigona Wristlet

Givenchy Antigona Wristlet

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H 6 in W 7.25 in D 3.5 in

Givenchy Antigona Wristlet

By Givenchy

Located in Roslyn, NY

Eggplant pebbled leather Silver-tone hardware. Top zipper closure. Single flat wristlet strap. Logo adornment at front. Tan woven lining. Single interior slip pocket.

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2010s Cosmetic Bags

Givenchy Black leather Antigona envelope clutch
Givenchy Black leather Antigona envelope clutch

Givenchy Black leather Antigona envelope clutch

By Givenchy

Located in Westmount, Quebec

Givenchy Black leather Antigona envelope clutch. Front flap detailed with metal logo letters; pleated body Lined with cotton canvas; three-compartment interior Slip-tab closure ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Givenchy Antigona Soft Bag Leather Medium
Givenchy Antigona Soft Bag Leather Medium

Givenchy Antigona Soft Bag Leather Medium

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H 13.5 in W 16.5 in D 3 in

Givenchy Antigona Soft Bag Leather Medium

By Givenchy

Located in NY, NY

Condition: Great. Creasing on exterior, minor wear on base corners and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 13.5", Width...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Givenchy Brown Leather Medium Antigona Satchel
Givenchy Brown Leather Medium Antigona Satchel

Givenchy Brown Leather Medium Antigona Satchel

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Marked by flawless craftsmanship and enduring appeal this Givenchy satchel is bound to be a versatile and durable accessory. It has a spacious size.

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2010s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Givenchy Off White Leather Mini Antigona Satchel
Givenchy Off White Leather Mini Antigona Satchel

Givenchy Off White Leather Mini Antigona Satchel

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This authentic Givenchy satchel is rendered in the finest quality materials into an elegant design. Versatile and functional, this carryall is well-sized for your daily use.

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Givenchy Navy Blue Leather Medium Antigona Satchel
Givenchy Navy Blue Leather Medium Antigona Satchel

Givenchy Navy Blue Leather Medium Antigona Satchel

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

If you are looking for something that reflects chic and luxury, then this satchel is a perfect choice. Crafted from premium materials, it can be conveniently carried around and its i...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Givenchy Small Blue Leather Antigona with Silver Hardware, 2017
Givenchy Small Blue Leather Antigona with Silver Hardware, 2017

Givenchy Small Blue Leather Antigona with Silver Hardware, 2017

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H 9.45 in W 11.03 in L 14.57 in

Givenchy Small Blue Leather Antigona with Silver Hardware, 2017

By Givenchy

Located in Bologna, Emilia Romagna

Small Antigona in Blue Goat leather with two handles and strap. The bag has never been used and comes with original tags and dustbag.

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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

Givenchy Black Antigona Handbag
Givenchy Black Antigona Handbag

Givenchy Black Antigona Handbag

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H 9 in W 11 in D 6.5 in

Givenchy Black Antigona Handbag

By Givenchy

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

We are offering this black Givenchy Antigona handbag. Made in Italy, it is finely crafted of a black calfskin leather exterior with a 'GIVENCHY' logo in silver-tone hardware.

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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

Givenchy Antigona Bambi Pouch
Givenchy Antigona Bambi Pouch

Givenchy Antigona Bambi Pouch

By Givenchy

Located in Geneva, CH

This pre-owned Givenchy "Antigona" clutch is born from the collaboration between Givenchy and Walt Disney. It is crafted in black Saffiano calfskin leather. It features a brand logo ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Clutches

Givenchy Burgundy Antigona purse
Givenchy Burgundy Antigona purse

Givenchy Burgundy Antigona purse

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H 11.5 in W 8 in L 14 in

Givenchy Burgundy Antigona purse

By Givenchy

Located in Athens, GA

Burgundy color Antigona Givenchy purse with additional strap. Can be worn with or without strap. Great work bag or for travel.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Givenchy 'Antigona' Leather Wallet
Givenchy 'Antigona' Leather Wallet

Givenchy 'Antigona' Leather Wallet

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H 3.94 in W 7.49 in

Givenchy 'Antigona' Leather Wallet

By Givenchy

Located in London, GB

Givenchy 'Antigona' Leather Wallet Smooth black leather wallet designed with silver 'Givenchy' wording to the front. Zip pocket to the back and front flap leading to centre zip poc...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wallets

Givenchy Orange Antigona Leather Tote
Givenchy Orange Antigona Leather Tote

Givenchy Orange Antigona Leather Tote

By Givenchy

Located in Capri, IT

Givenchy antigona Leather tote in orange colour Leather bag in bright orange with gold hardware. Very spacious bag that features multiple pockets on the inside. Measurements: 28 x...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags

Givenchy Antigona Soft Small Nera
Givenchy Antigona Soft Small Nera

Givenchy Antigona Soft Small Nera

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H 9.45 in D 5.91 in L 13 in

Givenchy Antigona Soft Small Nera

By Givenchy

Located in Torre Del Greco, IT

Borsa firmata Givenchy, modello Antigona Soft nella misura Small, realizzata in pelle liscia nera di alta qualità, con hardware argentati che dona un tocco di eleganza senza tempo. L...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Givenchy Medium Red Antigona Bag
Givenchy Medium Red Antigona Bag

Givenchy Medium Red Antigona Bag

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H 11 in D 7.5 in L 13 in

Givenchy Medium Red Antigona Bag

By Givenchy

Located in Athens, GA

Givenchy Red Antigona Bag Medium in box calf leather. Beautiful bright red color sold out. Hard to find in this apple red color. Mint condittion. Guaranteed authentic.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Superb Givenchy Sugar Goatskin Medium Electric Blue Antigona handbag
Superb Givenchy Sugar Goatskin Medium Electric Blue Antigona handbag

Superb Givenchy Sugar Goatskin Medium Electric Blue Antigona handbag

By Ricardo Tisci, Givenchy

Located in Port Hope, ON

This handbag is in remarkable condition. The Antigona was first introduced in f/w 2011 and has proven to be a very popular tote handbag.

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2010s Italian Tote Bags

Givenchy Antigona White Leather Shopping Bag
Givenchy Antigona White Leather Shopping Bag

Givenchy Antigona White Leather Shopping Bag

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H 13 in D 7.09 in L 21.66 in

Givenchy Antigona White Leather Shopping Bag

By Givenchy

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Fantastic Givenchy Antigona bag Leather Pale rose color Two handles Snkakeskin handles and inserts Internal envelope bag Cm 55 x 33 x 18 (21.6 x 13 x 7 inches) Made in Italy ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags

Givenchy Medium Antigona Beige Leather Bag
Givenchy Medium Antigona Beige Leather Bag

Givenchy Medium Antigona Beige Leather Bag

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H 11.03 in D 5.91 in L 13 in

Givenchy Medium Antigona Beige Leather Bag

By Givenchy

Located in Torre Del Greco, IT

This Givenchy Medium Antigona folder, in beige with black finishes, has the characteristic logo in the shape of envelope and a structured form that is well known to Givenchy lovers a...

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Early 2000s French Shoulder Bags

Givenchy Antigona Small Leather Satchel
Givenchy Antigona Small Leather Satchel

Givenchy Antigona Small Leather Satchel

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H 9.45 in W 11 in D 6.5 in

Givenchy Antigona Small Leather Satchel

By Givenchy

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This stylish satchel is crafted of richly textured goatskin leather in olive green. The bag features sturdy rolled leather top handles, a shoulder strap with silver clasps and extend...

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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

Givenchy Bordeaux Lambskin Leather Antigona Bag
Givenchy Bordeaux Lambskin Leather Antigona Bag

Givenchy Bordeaux Lambskin Leather Antigona Bag

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H 11.03 in D 7.09 in L 15.75 in

Givenchy Bordeaux Lambskin Leather Antigona Bag

By Givenchy

Located in Torre Del Greco, IT

Among the most famous bags and requests of Givenchy, there is certainly the antigone. Simple and elegant, it is made of burgundy hammered calfskin with silver hardware. Double handl...

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Givenchy Mini Antigona Python Crossbody Bag
Givenchy Mini Antigona Python Crossbody Bag

Givenchy Mini Antigona Python Crossbody Bag

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H 7.29 in D 5.12 in L 9.45 in

Givenchy Mini Antigona Python Crossbody Bag

By Givenchy

Located in Athens, GA

Givenchy Antigona in black python leather. Mini size crossbody. Mint condition. Guaranteed authentic.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Givenchy Aqua Green Small Antigona Bag
Givenchy Aqua Green Small Antigona Bag

Givenchy Aqua Green Small Antigona Bag

By Givenchy

Located in Toronto, ON

Givenchy Aqua Green Small Antigona Bag. Pale pistachio mint green color, smooth leather, silvertone hardware, beige fabric lined interior. Includes duster, care card, original reta...

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Givenchy Antigona Maxi Brown Shearling Tote Bag
Givenchy Antigona Maxi Brown Shearling Tote Bag

Givenchy Antigona Maxi Brown Shearling Tote Bag

By Givenchy

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Givenchy Antigona Maxi Brown Shearling Tote Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: EXCELLENT Light stains on the exterior and interior of ...

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Givenchy Blue Mini Antigona Tote Bag
Givenchy Blue Mini Antigona Tote Bag

Givenchy Blue Mini Antigona Tote Bag

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

GIVENCHY blue mini Antigona tote bag - Top handles - Detachable cross body strap - Strap is adjustable - Silver hardware - Zip closure - Inner pockets Please note, these items are ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

GIVENCHY Black Canvas Antigona XS Bag
GIVENCHY Black Canvas Antigona XS Bag

GIVENCHY Black Canvas Antigona XS Bag

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H 6.7 in W 10.24 in D 2.76 in

GIVENCHY Black Canvas Antigona XS Bag

By Givenchy

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

GIVENCHY Black Canvas Antigona XS Bag Xupes Reference: CB855 Serial Number: KU H 0291 Age (Circa): 2021 Accompanied By: Givenchy Dust Bag, Care Booklet, Tag, Fashionette Invoice Aut...

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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Givenchy Sugar Goatskin Leather Medium Antigona Bag
Givenchy Sugar Goatskin Leather Medium Antigona Bag

Givenchy Sugar Goatskin Leather Medium Antigona Bag

By Givenchy

Located in Torre Del Greco, IT

This Givenchy Medium Antigona features the distinctive envelope-shaped logo and a structured shape it is well known to Givenchy lovers all over the world. It also has elegant silvert...

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

2020 Givenchy Black Goatskin Leather Small Antigona
2020 Givenchy Black Goatskin Leather Small Antigona

2020 Givenchy Black Goatskin Leather Small Antigona

By Givenchy

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

GIVENCHY Black Goatskin Leather Small Antigona Xupes Reference: HB3788 Serial Number: MP C 0138 Age (Circa): 2020 Accompanied By: Givenchy Dust Bag, Tag, Shoulder Strap, Care Bookle...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags

Givenchy PVC Madonna Antigona Large Tote Bag
Givenchy PVC Madonna Antigona Large Tote Bag

Givenchy PVC Madonna Antigona Large Tote Bag

By Givenchy

Located in London, England

Givenchy PVC Madonna Antigona Large Tote Bag - PVC body - Leather trim - flat straps, open top - Madonna print Item authenticated by HEWI London. Please kindly contact admin wit...

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

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Givenchy Antigona Handbag For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary givenchy antigona handbag you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Beige and more options on these pages. Making the right choice when shopping for a givenchy antigona handbag 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. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Givenchy Antigona Handbag?

On average, a givenchy antigona handbag on 1stDibs sells for $1,420, while they’re typically $262 on the low end and $4,800 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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Venerated French designer Hubert de Givenchy (1927–2018) made a splash with his first collection of mix-and-match separates in 1952, which launched his namesake fashion house, the clean lines and refined silhouettes of the pieces offering a contrast to the more structured shapes then dominating postwar women’s fashion. His roster of clients would eventually include Grace Kelly, Elizabeth Taylor and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, all of whom were drawn to the designer’s architecturally and materially simple dresses, handbags, shoes and other pieces that combined sensual femininity with elegance.

At the age of 17, Givenchy left his hometown of Beauvais, France, for Paris. There he studied drawing at the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts and apprenticed for the houses of Jacques Fath, Robert Piguet, Lucien Lelong and Elsa Schiaparelli.

Givenchy earned his first high praise for the 1952 Bettina blouse, an embroidered, ruffle-sleeve linen shirt named for his publicist and model Bettina Graziani. The Givenchy label soon developed a following of fashion icons around the world, most notably Audrey Hepburn, who would serve as Givenchy’s muse for decades after they met in 1953. The couturier created pieces for many of her films, such as the iconic little black dress in Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961), as well as her personal life, including her wedding dress for her 1969 marriage to Andrea Dotti.

Givenchy formed a close friendship with his idol and mentor, Spanish designer Cristóbal Balenciaga, with whom he’d popularize such pieces as the sack dress, choosing looser forms over tailored ones. Throughout the decades, Givenchy expanded his empire to include fragrances, menswear, accessories and beauty lines.

In 1988, his house was acquired by luxury conglomerate LVMH. After Givenchy retired from fashion in 1995, he became an antiques expert, working with Christie’s and the Louvre, among other institutions. The brand then saw an impressive succession of head designers and artistic directors: John Galliano was the first to arrive, followed by Alexander McQueen, Julien Macdonald, Riccardo Tisci, Clare Waight Keller and Matthew M. Williams.

Today, the Givenchy brand, with its timeless fashions, continues to be a favorite of A-listers, including Cate Blanchett, Erykah Badu, Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande.

On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage Givenchy evening dresses, handbags, necklaces and other clothing and accessories today.

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 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.

Questions About Givenchy

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Givenchy is most famous for his chic Parisian clothes, particularly for dressing Audrey Hepburn in her Breakfast at Tiffany's gown. His collections are thought to reinterpret sophistication and elegance.