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1980s Vintage GUCCI Leather Saddle Shoulder Bag Equestrian Black Unisex
1980s Vintage GUCCI Leather Saddle Shoulder Bag Equestrian Black Unisex

1980s Vintage GUCCI Leather Saddle Shoulder Bag Equestrian Black Unisex

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This 1980s vintage GUCCI saddle bag is crafted of smooth calfskin and pigskin leather in black

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1980s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Pigskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Khaki Unisex
1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Pigskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Khaki Unisex

1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Pigskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Khaki Unisex

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI saddle camera bag is crafted of nubuck and pigskin leather in khaki featuring

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Pigskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Green Mens Unisex
1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Pigskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Green Mens Unisex

1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Pigskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Green Mens Unisex

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI saddle camera bag is crafted of nubuck and pigskin leather in dark green

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

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Gucci Mahogany Leather Saddle Applique Boots, 1980s
Gucci Mahogany Leather Saddle Applique Boots, 1980s

Gucci Mahogany Leather Saddle Applique Boots, 1980s

By Gucci

Located in Houston, TX

Gucci, known for its perfection in both design and execution of its leather loafer, hit the mark

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1980s Italian Boots

1980s Gucci Black Leather Equestrian "Saddle" Boots
1980s Gucci Black Leather Equestrian "Saddle" Boots

1980s Gucci Black Leather Equestrian "Saddle" Boots

By Gucci

Located in Houston, TX

Gucci, known for its perfection in both design and execution of its leather loafer, hit the mark

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1980s Italian Boots

Gucci Brown Leather Hobo Saddle Shoulder Bag
Gucci Brown Leather Hobo Saddle Shoulder Bag

Gucci Brown Leather Hobo Saddle Shoulder Bag

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Gucci vintage brown leather saddle shoulder bag, with hobo design. Flap closure. Gold metal

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1990s Italian Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

Vintage GUCCI Leather Saddle Shoulder Bag Black Equestrian Unisex
Vintage GUCCI Leather Saddle Shoulder Bag Black Equestrian Unisex

Vintage GUCCI Leather Saddle Shoulder Bag Black Equestrian Unisex

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI saddle bag is crafted of smooth calfskin and pigskin leather in black featuring

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1980s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

1990s Vintage GUCCI Leather Saddle Structured Shoulder Bag Black Equestrian
1990s Vintage GUCCI Leather Saddle Structured Shoulder Bag Black Equestrian

1990s Vintage GUCCI Leather Saddle Structured Shoulder Bag Black Equestrian

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI saddle bag is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in black featuring gold toned

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

1980s Vintage GUCCI Leather Saddle Shoulder Bag Equestrian Camel Unisex
1980s Vintage GUCCI Leather Saddle Shoulder Bag Equestrian Camel Unisex

1980s Vintage GUCCI Leather Saddle Shoulder Bag Equestrian Camel Unisex

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This 1980s vintage GUCCI saddle bag is crafted of smooth calfskin and pigskin leather in camel

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1980s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Vintage Saddle Leather Gucci Notepad
Vintage Saddle Leather Gucci Notepad

Vintage Saddle Leather Gucci Notepad

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H 6 in W 4 in D 1.5 in

Vintage Saddle Leather Gucci Notepad

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Handsome vintage saddle leather Gucci notepad with brass stirrup. Excellent patina to leather

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Vintage 1980s Italian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Gucci Desktop Pen Holder in Brass and Saddle Leather
Gucci Desktop Pen Holder in Brass and Saddle Leather

Gucci Desktop Pen Holder in Brass and Saddle Leather

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Excellent Gucci desktop pen holder in brass and saddle leather. Great patina to leather. Excellent

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Vintage 1970s Italian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Gucci Vintage Convertible Black Leather Saddle Bag Belt
Gucci Vintage Convertible Black Leather Saddle Bag Belt

Gucci Vintage Convertible Black Leather Saddle Bag Belt

By Gucci

Located in Nice, FR

GUCCI vintage convertible saddle bag belt in black leather and gold toned hardware. Comes with two

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20th Century Italian Shoulder Bags

Gucci Vintage Yellow Leather Suede Saddle Convertible Belt Bag
Gucci Vintage Yellow Leather Suede Saddle Convertible Belt Bag

Gucci Vintage Yellow Leather Suede Saddle Convertible Belt Bag

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Gucci vintage shoulder bag in yellow suede and leather with saddle design. Convertible model: the

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1990s Italian Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

1990s Vintage GUCCI Mini Saddle Belt Bag Black Nubuck Leather
1990s Vintage GUCCI Mini Saddle Belt Bag Black Nubuck Leather

1990s Vintage GUCCI Mini Saddle Belt Bag Black Nubuck Leather

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI mini saddle belt bag is crafted of pigskin and nubuck leather in black featuring

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1990s Italian Belt Bags

1990s Vintage GUCCI Mini Nubuck Leather Saddle Crossbody Bag Black
1990s Vintage GUCCI Mini Nubuck Leather Saddle Crossbody Bag Black

1990s Vintage GUCCI Mini Nubuck Leather Saddle Crossbody Bag Black

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI mini saddle crossbody bag is crafted of pigskin and nubuck leather in black

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Unisex Mens Black
Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Unisex Mens Black

Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Unisex Mens Black

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI saddle camera bag is crafted of calfskin leather in black featuring gold toned

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Vintage GUCCI Black Nubuck Leather Saddle Camera Bag Unisex Mens
Vintage GUCCI Black Nubuck Leather Saddle Camera Bag Unisex Mens

Vintage GUCCI Black Nubuck Leather Saddle Camera Bag Unisex Mens

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI saddle camera bag is crafted of pigskins and nubuck leather in black featuring

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Rare Gucci Saddle Leather Doctors Bag Duffel 50cm Weekender Luggage Vintage
Rare Gucci Saddle Leather Doctors Bag Duffel 50cm Weekender Luggage Vintage

Rare Gucci Saddle Leather Doctors Bag Duffel 50cm Weekender Luggage Vintage

By Gucci

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

their signature pigskin leather in a rich saddle tan color, it features rolled handles and locking

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1980s Italian Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Pigskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Khaki Unisex
1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Pigskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Khaki Unisex

1990s Vintage GUCCI Nubuck Pigskin Leather Saddle Camera Bag Khaki Unisex

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI saddle camera bag is crafted of nubuck and pigskin leather in khaki featuring

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

GUCCI "Tile" Saddle Brown Patent Leather Square Toe Platform Pumps Heels
GUCCI "Tile" Saddle Brown Patent Leather Square Toe Platform Pumps Heels

GUCCI "Tile" Saddle Brown Patent Leather Square Toe Platform Pumps Heels

By Gucci

Located in Thiensville, WI

Gucci "Tile" saddle brown patent leather platform pumps. Saddle brown patent leather upper. Square

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Gucci Crossbody Horsebit Belt Saddle Fanny Pack Waist Pouch 239397 Green Leather
Gucci Crossbody Horsebit Belt Saddle Fanny Pack Waist Pouch 239397 Green Leather

Gucci Crossbody Horsebit Belt Saddle Fanny Pack Waist Pouch 239397 Green Leather

By Gucci

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 007-2113-0186 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 7" Width: 2" Height: 5.5" Shoulder strap drop: 23-26 inches OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B )...

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20th Century Top Handle Bags

Gucci Desk Set
Gucci Desk Set

Gucci Desk Set

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H 4.25 in W 25.25 in D 17.5 in

Gucci Desk Set

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous Gucci desk set in saddle leather with brass stirrup hardware. Set features a large desk

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Vintage 1970s Italian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Vintage Gucci Saddle Leather Overnight Bag
Vintage Gucci Saddle Leather Overnight Bag

Vintage Gucci Saddle Leather Overnight Bag

By Gucci

Located in Brooklyn, NY

1950s, vintage Gucci bag in perfect size, shape and color with great soulful wear to leather.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Gucci Saddle Soft Messenger Bag Leather
Gucci Saddle Soft Messenger Bag Leather

Gucci Saddle Soft Messenger Bag Leather

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Gucci Saddle Soft Messenger Bag Leather

By Gucci

Located in NY, NY

This Gucci Saddle Soft Messenger Bag Leather, crafted in gray leather, features a detachable

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Gucci Blondie Web Saddle Messenger Leather Medium
Gucci Blondie Web Saddle Messenger Leather Medium

Gucci Blondie Web Saddle Messenger Leather Medium

By Gucci

Located in NY, NY

", Depth 1", Strap Drop 15" Designer: Gucci Model: Blondie Web Saddle Messenger Leather Medium Exterior

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Gucci White Leather Vintage Crossbody Saddle Bag
Gucci White Leather Vintage Crossbody Saddle Bag

Gucci White Leather Vintage Crossbody Saddle Bag

By Gucci

Located in San Francisco, CA

Smooth white leather and glossy gold hardware make this classic Gucci bag extra special. Small and

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Late 20th Century Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag Guccissima Leather Medium
Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag Guccissima Leather Medium

Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag Guccissima Leather Medium

By Gucci

Located in NY, NY

This Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag Guccissima Leather Medium, crafted from red guccissima

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag Guccissima Leather Medium
Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag Guccissima Leather Medium

Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag Guccissima Leather Medium

By Gucci

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag Guccissima Leather Medium is a chic and stylish

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium
Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium

Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium

By Gucci

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium is a chic and

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium
Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium

Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium

By Gucci

Located in NY, NY

This Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium, crafted from brown GG

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium
Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium

Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium

By Gucci

Located in NY, NY

This Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium, crafted from taupe GG

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Gucci  Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium
Gucci  Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium

Gucci Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium

By Gucci

Located in NY, NY

: Gucci Model: Padlock Saddle Shoulder Bag GG Coated Canvas and Leather Medium Exterior Material: Canvas

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Gucci
Gucci

Gucci

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Gucci

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Gucci 1970's saddle tan leather clutch. Measures 7" high x 11" wide, straps adds 21" to

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1970s Italian Handbags and Purses

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By Hermès

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By Gucci

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Gucci Leather Saddle For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary gucci leather saddle you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning brown, black, gray and more. If you’re looking for a gucci leather saddle from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. An accessory like this designed by Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci and 3.1 Phillip Lim — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. 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 Gucci Leather Saddle?

Prices for a gucci leather saddle can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $295 and can go as high as $12,000, while, on average they fetch $1,745.

Gucci for sale on 1stDibs

Long before trend-bucking creative director Alessandro Michele brought his hallucinatory “Utopian Fantasy” campaign to Gucci, it was a modest Italian leather shop. Today, it’s an internationally renowned luxury house with an iconic logo, and vintage Gucci clothing, handbags and shoes are among high fashion's most covetable goods.

Guccio Gucci (1881–1953) admired the stylish suitcases he saw wealthy guests arrive with at the Savoy Hotel in London, where he worked as a bellhop. So, in 1921, after a stint at Franzi, a luggage company in his hometown of Florence, he opened a leather goods shop of his own.

At first, Gucci’s Florence business specialized in equestrian accessories. But as its reputation flourished, particularly among the English aristocracy, so too did its footprint. In 1938, he brought three of his sons — Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo — into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan. In the mid-1930s, a League of Nations embargo against Italy pushed Gucci to experiment with alternatives to imported leather. Its woven hemp fabric from Naples, adorned with the brand’s signature diamond print, was a hit, especially among A-list celebrities. The material was first used on suitcases before finding enduring popularity on handbags. (No list of revered designer purses would be complete without Gucci.)

In the 1950s, Elizabeth Taylor carried one of Gucci’s bamboo-handled tote bags, another adaptation to material rationing. After Jackie Kennedy was seen sporting a slouchy Gucci tote in 1961, it was renamed for the First Lady. Then Grace Kelly, on a visit to the boutique in Milan, inspired Rodolfo Gucci to work with Italian illustrator and Gucci textile designer Vittorio Accornero on the Flora print in 1966. Taking cues from Sandro Botticelli’s Primavera, with its pattern of flora and insects, it was painted entirely by hand and featured no fewer than 37 colors.

In 1953, just 15 days after opening his first store on New York’s 5th Avenue, Guccio passed away at 72. The early 1970s saw store openings in Tokyo and Hong Kong, but by the late 1980s, Gucci was floundering. Rodolfo Gucci took charge in 1982, but family drama and lawsuits ensued. In 1993, Rodolfo’s son, Maurizio, transferred his shares in the company to Investcorp, ending the family’s involvement in Gucci. Dawn Mello, then-president of Bergdorf Goodman, joined as creative director in 1989. But it was Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994, who ultimately revived the brand.

Ford’s racy ads, shot by photographers such as Mario Testino, stirred controversy. And his potent vision of sexed-up femininity — with “jewel-toned satin shirts unbuttoned to there,” as Vogue described his breakthrough 1995 runway show — was wildly successful. The new millennium brought new ownership — Pinault Printemps Redoute in 2004 — and a more toned-down vision from Frida Giannini, who became sole creative director in 2006. Alessandro Michele was named creative director in 2015, and the storied brand took a giant leap forward.

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