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Gucci Suede Tiger

Gucci Pre-Owned 20th Century Suede Tiger Head shoulder bag
Gucci Pre-Owned 20th Century Suede Tiger Head shoulder bag

Gucci Pre-Owned 20th Century Suede Tiger Head shoulder bag

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

Gucci Pre-Owned 20th Century Suede Tiger Head shoulder bag Gucci Tom Ford Era Highlights - suede leather body - leather and chain shoulder strap - front flap with tiger head charm - ...

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1990s Italian Shoulder Bags

GUCCI, Brown Suede Saddle Bag with Tiger Adornment, Gold Tone Hardware, 1970s
GUCCI, Brown Suede Saddle Bag with Tiger Adornment, Gold Tone Hardware, 1970s

GUCCI, Brown Suede Saddle Bag with Tiger Adornment, Gold Tone Hardware, 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Kingston, NY

Gucci chocolate color Italian doeskin saddle bag with tiger head and gold tone hardware, previously owned by the late, Natalie Cole. 11" x 10"

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1970s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

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Gucci Tiger Embroidered Suede & Fur Jacket, 2015
Gucci Tiger Embroidered Suede & Fur Jacket, 2015

Gucci Tiger Embroidered Suede & Fur Jacket, 2015

By Gucci

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Known for drawing inspiration from Gucci’s heritage collections, creative director Frida Giannini oversaw the opening of the Gucci Museum in 2011, and notably created a line of popul...

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2010s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Gucci Lilac Suede Tom Ford Tiger Head Shoulder Bag
Gucci Lilac Suede Tom Ford Tiger Head Shoulder Bag

Gucci Lilac Suede Tom Ford Tiger Head Shoulder Bag

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Beautiful Gucci lilac suede and beige leather shoulder bag, designed by Tom Ford.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Gucci Red Rust Colored Suede Purse with Enamel Tiger Clasp
Gucci Red Rust Colored Suede Purse with Enamel Tiger Clasp

Gucci Red Rust Colored Suede Purse with Enamel Tiger Clasp

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The bag is composed of a red suede and leather with a gold chain strap. The closure is an enamel tigers head.

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20th Century Italian Handbags and Purses

Gucci Italy Rare Black Suede Tiger Clasp Shoulder Bag c 1970
Gucci Italy Rare Black Suede Tiger Clasp Shoulder Bag c 1970

Gucci Italy Rare Black Suede Tiger Clasp Shoulder Bag c 1970

By Gucci

Located in University City, MO

Gucci Italy Rare black suede tiger clasp shoulder bag c 1970 The Italian suede handbag is covered with plush doeskin suede.

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1970s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Gucci Rare Sterling Silver Tiger Emblem Suede Shoulder Bag c 1970s
Gucci Rare Sterling Silver Tiger Emblem Suede Shoulder Bag c 1970s

Gucci Rare Sterling Silver Tiger Emblem Suede Shoulder Bag c 1970s

By Gucci

Located in University City, MO

Gucci Rare sterling silver tiger clasp emblem brown suede shoulder bag c 1970s The plush brown suede shoulder bag is adorned with a large scale sterling silver tiger's head clasp em...

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1970s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Gucci Extremely Rare Sterling Silver Tiger Clasp Suede Handbag ca 1970s
Gucci Extremely Rare Sterling Silver Tiger Clasp Suede Handbag ca 1970s

Gucci Extremely Rare Sterling Silver Tiger Clasp Suede Handbag ca 1970s

By Gucci

Located in University City, MO

Gucci Italy extremely rare sterling silver tiger clasp handbag The luxurious designer saddle style shoulder bag is adorned with an ornate sterling silver enamel clasp with a pair...

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1970s Italian Shoulder Bags

Gucci Vintage Lilac Suede Tom Ford Tiger Head Flap Shoulder Bag
Gucci Vintage Lilac Suede Tom Ford Tiger Head Flap Shoulder Bag

Gucci Vintage Lilac Suede Tom Ford Tiger Head Flap Shoulder Bag

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Beautiful Gucci lilac suede and beige leather shoulder bag, designed by Tom Ford.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Gucci Italy Rare Black Suede Tiger Emblem Handbag Tom Ford Design c 1990s
Gucci Italy Rare Black Suede Tiger Emblem Handbag Tom Ford Design c 1990s

Gucci Italy Rare Black Suede Tiger Emblem Handbag Tom Ford Design c 1990s

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in University City, MO

Gucci Italy Rare black suede tiger emblem versatile handbag designed by Tom Ford c 1990s The stylish small clutch style handbag is designed with a sleek gilt metal tigers head emble...

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1990s Italian Top Handle Bags

Gucci Sleek Black Suede Tiger Clasp Handbag
Gucci Sleek Black Suede Tiger Clasp Handbag

Gucci Sleek Black Suede Tiger Clasp Handbag

By Gucci

Located in University City, MO

Gucci Sleek black suede tiger clasp handbag The envelope style handbag is covered in plush black suede adorned with an exotic gilt metal tiger head clasp.

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Gucci Italy Scarlet Red Suede Tiger Clasp Handbag c 1970
Gucci Italy Scarlet Red Suede Tiger Clasp Handbag c 1970

Gucci Italy Scarlet Red Suede Tiger Clasp Handbag c 1970

By Gucci

Located in University City, MO

Gucci Italy Scarlet red suede tiger clasp handbag c 1970 The extremely rare Gucci shoulder bag is covered with powdery suede The clasp is adorned with a gilt metal tiger's head.

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1970s Italian Shoulder Bags

Vintage 1970s Gucci Tan Suede Leather Trim Coat with Tiger Hardware
Vintage 1970s Gucci Tan Suede Leather Trim Coat with Tiger Hardware

Vintage 1970s Gucci Tan Suede Leather Trim Coat with Tiger Hardware

By Gucci

Located in Oakland, CA

Vintage Gucci warm tan suede trench coat. Heavier weight suede with sturdy leather trim and pockets.

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1970s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Gucci Black Suede Gilt Tiger Emblem Handbag Tom Ford Era c 1990s
Gucci Black Suede Gilt Tiger Emblem Handbag Tom Ford Era c 1990s

Gucci Black Suede Gilt Tiger Emblem Handbag Tom Ford Era c 1990s

By Gucci

Located in University City, MO

Gucci Black suede gilt tiger emblem handbag Tom Ford era The rare Gucci handbag is covered with plush black suede Adorned with a large scale gilt metal tiger clasp emblem Framed with...

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1990s Italian Shoulder Bags

F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Pink Suede Dionysus Tiger Crossbody Bag
F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Pink Suede Dionysus Tiger Crossbody Bag

F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Pink Suede Dionysus Tiger Crossbody Bag

By Tom Ford, Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a shiny pink suede Gucci crossbody designed by Tom Ford. This bag is constructed primarily of pink suede but is finished with tan leather and gold hardware.

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Early 2000s Italian Shoulder Bags

Gucci Italy Rare Black Suede Tiger Emblem Handbag Tom Ford Era c 2000
Gucci Italy Rare Black Suede Tiger Emblem Handbag Tom Ford Era c 2000

Gucci Italy Rare Black Suede Tiger Emblem Handbag Tom Ford Era c 2000

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in University City, MO

Gucci Italy Rare black suede tiger emblem handbag Tom Ford era c 2000 The luxurious compact size handbag is covered with plush black suede Adorned with a sleek gilt metal tiger embl...

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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Grey Suede Dionysus Tiger Crossbody with Gold Chain
F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Grey Suede Dionysus Tiger Crossbody with Gold Chain

F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Grey Suede Dionysus Tiger Crossbody with Gold Chain

By Tom Ford, Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

TheRealList presents: a shiny suede Gucci crossbody, designed by Tom Ford. This bag is constructed primarily of off-white suede but is finished with black leather and gold hardware.

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Early 2000s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Gucci Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag Suede
Gucci Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag Suede

Gucci Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag Suede

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H 7 in W 13 in D 3.5 in

Gucci Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag Suede

By Gucci

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 7", Width 13", Depth 3.5", Strap Drop 17.5" Designer: Gucci Model: Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag Suede Exterior Material: Suede Exterior C...

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Gucci Black Suede Tiger Head Chain Clutch
Gucci Black Suede Tiger Head Chain Clutch

Gucci Black Suede Tiger Head Chain Clutch

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H 3.94 in W 1.97 in L 10.24 in

Gucci Black Suede Tiger Head Chain Clutch

By Gucci

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Crafted from quality materials, your wardrobe is missing out on this beautifully made designer clutch. Look your fashionable best in any outfit with this stylish clutch that promises...

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2010s Italian Clutches

Vintage Gucci Black Suede Tiger Head Chain Bag
Vintage Gucci Black Suede Tiger Head Chain Bag

Vintage Gucci Black Suede Tiger Head Chain Bag

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H 6.3 in W 0.79 in L 11.82 in

Vintage Gucci Black Suede Tiger Head Chain Bag

By Gucci

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Vintage Gucci Tiger head lock suede bag in black. Beautiful vintage design, perfect for formal wear.

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Early 2000s Shoulder Bags

Gucci 1970's Suede Coat with Sterling Enamel Tigers
Gucci 1970's Suede Coat with Sterling Enamel Tigers

Gucci 1970's Suede Coat with Sterling Enamel Tigers

By Gucci

Located in Toronto, ON

Gucci vintage 1970's suede coat. Dark burgundy bordeaux colour with leather collar, cuffs, pockets and belt.

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Gucci Purple/Tan Suede and Leather Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag
Gucci Purple/Tan Suede and Leather Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag

Gucci Purple/Tan Suede and Leather Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag

By Gucci

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Skillfully crafted from purple suede, it features tan leather trims. The bag suspends from a chain-accented strap, and the front flap is adorned with a gold-tone tiger charm.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Gucci Purple/Tan Suede and Leather Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag
Gucci Purple/Tan Suede and Leather Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag

Gucci Purple/Tan Suede and Leather Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag

By Gucci

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This beautifully crafted suede and leather shoulder bag is designed to complement your elegant nature.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Gucci Purple/Tan Suede and Leather Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag
Gucci Purple/Tan Suede and Leather Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag

Gucci Purple/Tan Suede and Leather Tiger Charm Shoulder Bag

By Gucci

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This beautifully crafted suede and leather shoulder bag is designed to complement your elegant nature.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Vintage 70s Gucci Brown & Suede Tiger Belted Long Trench Coat Jacket
Vintage 70s Gucci Brown & Suede Tiger Belted Long Trench Coat Jacket

Vintage 70s Gucci Brown & Suede Tiger Belted Long Trench Coat Jacket

By Gucci

Located in Malibu, CA

Monogram silk lines the interior down through the sleeves! Heavy suede exterior, is sleek, not bulky. Iconic Gucci horseshoe Dionysus belt Tiger head detailing Belt and Button Clos...

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1970s Pea Coats

Gucci Light Pink/Brown Suede and Leather Tiger Charm Flap Shoulder Bag
Gucci Light Pink/Brown Suede and Leather Tiger Charm Flap Shoulder Bag

Gucci Light Pink/Brown Suede and Leather Tiger Charm Flap Shoulder Bag

By Gucci

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This beautifully crafted suede & leather shoulder bag is designed to complement. The bag has a tiger charm on the front, an interior with fabric lining, and a shoulder handle.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

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Gucci Suede Tiger For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary gucci suede tiger you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Orange, Red and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for a gucci suede tiger 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. Finding a gucci suede tiger for sale for women should be easy, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Gucci Suede Tiger?

Prices for a gucci suede tiger can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $445 and can go as high as $3,600, while, on average they fetch $1,196.

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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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