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Karung Vintage Bag

Vintage Bottega Veneta Red Karung Lucite Frame Clutch Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Boca Raton, FL
timeless accessory designs. This vintage clamshell clutch is done in a rich carmine karung leather. It has
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1990s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Red Karung Semiprecious Stones Gold Chain Bag Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Boca Raton, FL
right. This 1990s Judith Leiber handbag is done in a red karung snakeskin. The bag is constructed in a
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1990s Karung Vintage Bag

1990s Judith Leiber Karung Black Shoulder Bag with Gems and Goldware
By Judith Leiber
Located in London, GB
Judith Leiber Karung Black Shoulder Bag with Gems and Goldware, tiop clutch closure, gold metalware
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1990s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Embellished White Karung Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Alford, MA
karung strap converts the clutch to a shoulder bag. Interior with side compartments and Leiber
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber White Karung Snake Jeweled Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Ivory Karung Snake Jeweled Clutch. This beautiful vintage bag by Judith Leiber is the
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1980s Hungarian Karung Vintage Bag

S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Red Karung Snake Skin Lucite Top Handle Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a rare deep red lizard skin Gucci bag, designed by Tom Ford. This beautiful bag is
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1990s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Crossbody Karung Crystal 16mz0724 White Lizard Skin Leather
By Judith Leiber
Located in Dix hills, NY
CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior: creases, dents on the bag due to storage, few
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20th Century Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber White Karung Convertible Clutch With Semi Precious Jewels
By Judith Leiber
Located in Wallkill, NY
to a shoulder bag. Gently, gently used. Mirror in bag. Measures 7.25 in x 5 in. x 2.25 in. deep. It
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1980s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

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VIVIENNE WESTWOOD black velvet corset, c. 1990s
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Genève, CH
- Vivienne Westwood black velvet corset - Internal boning - Back zip fastening - UK 10 - FR 38 - US 6 / a little stretch but fit Small, more as a 34 FR (check measurement)
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1990s British Karung Vintage Bag

Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Campana Nappa Hobo Large
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this Bottega Veneta Bag: -    Brand: Bottega Veneta -    Model: Intrecciato Campana Hobo -    Condition: Good -    Materials: nappa leather -...
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2010s European Karung Vintage Bag

Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...
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Early 2000s French Karung Vintage Bag

Archaeological Revival Gold Tiara
Located in London, GB
An Archaeological revival gold myrtle leaf tiara possibly by Castellani, the twenty-two realistically carved leaves embellished with thirty buds forming a wreath, with yellow gold fr...
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18th Century Italian Victorian Karung Vintage Bag

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18k Gold, Gold

S/S 2003 Gucci by Tom Ford Cherry Blossom Kimono Embroidered Silk Mini Frame Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning cherry blossom flower embroidered silk Gucci mini frame bag, designed by Tom Ford. This bag from the Spring/Summer 2003 collection prominently features a Japane...
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Early 2000s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Red Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Evening Bag Clutch Holiday Runway
By Judith Leiber
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Clear and Red Swarovski Crystal on this magnificent Judith Leiber Clutch. A must-have for the upcoming holiday season, as well as any black tie event. Runway ready! Gold lea...
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1990s Unknown Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Ivory Lizard Compartment Purse with Gold Chain Handles, 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Tucson, AZ
"And though she be but little, she is fierce," said Shakespeare. With a whopping seven interior compartments AND a matching coin purse in an 8" package, this handbag might have been ...
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl Ancient Coin Replica Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl Ancient Coin Replica Pendant- This lovely pendant features two ancient coin replicas (top: 8 mm, bottom: 12 mm) each accented with a tiny seed...
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20th Century Karung Vintage Bag

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Yellow Gold

S/S 2002 Roberto Cavalli Sheer Floral Silk Backless Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Austin, TX
S/S 2002 Roberto Cavalli Sheer Floral Silk Backless Dress Condition: very good 100% Silk Made in Italy Waist: 24"-32", Hips: 34"-40", Length: 48.5" SIZE: S
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Early 2000s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

Luana Italian Vintage Leather Bag
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant bag with brass snap closure, with black leather shoulder strap. Inside there is a small zipped pocket with logo of the manufacture Ideal for everyday use.
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1950s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

Shimmering Alexander McQueen Gold Jeweled Evening Dress Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alexander McQueen entrance maker gold metallic gown. Fashioned of a neutral shimmering gold metallic animal print showered with sparkling crystal embellishments. Mock neck and conc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Clear and Green Rhinestone Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Judith Leiber clutch Clear and green rhinestones in a stripe pattern Silver snap closure Silver chain strap that can be stored inside Soft silver leather lining Comes with silver...
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Late 20th Century Karung Vintage Bag

Vintage Salvatore Ferragamo shoulder bag, clutch
By Salvatore Ferragamo
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stylish Vintage Salvatore Ferragamo shoulder x clutch bag. This is a very versatile handbag and can be used as a clutch, crossbody or shoulder bag. Made from Dark navy blue leath...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Silver Metal and Crystal Floral Oblong Minaudière Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Elegant Judith Leiber silver metal and crystal oblong evening bag clutch featuring a scrolling foliage flower design on a silver - toned metal bag. The hardware is silver. It has a...
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Late 20th Century Karung Vintage Bag

Victorian Paste Set Comb
Located in New York, NY
Victorian comb in silver metal with elaborate etched design. Late 19th Century set with 4 large cushion cut pastes and a center cluster of round pastes. 5" x 4.5". France 1880's. E...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Karung Vintage Bag

Galaxy Confetti Diamond Cigar Band, 8.4mm in 14 Karat Yellow Gold, 1 Carat
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This stunning Galaxy satin finished 14k yellow gold flush set cigar band dripping with diamonds is from our Confetti Collection. The cigar band shape and the creative setting of the ...
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2010s American Contemporary Karung Vintage Bag

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

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Judith Leiber Creamy Wintry White Karung Handbag/ Pink Cabachons
By Judith Leiber
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is wonderful creamy wintry white karung bag by Judith Leiber with pink cabachons mounted in a
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Late 20th Century Unknown Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Cream Karung Skin Handbag-Rose Quartz Cabochon Clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early lovely sophisticated Judith Leiber cream karung snakeskin purse. The bag is styled with a
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20th Century American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Karung Crystal Crossbody 16mz0724 White Lizard Skin Leather Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Forest Hills, NY
( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior: creases, dents on the bag due to storage, few rhinestones are
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20th Century Unknown Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Red Karung Crystal Top Handle Satchel Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Karung Crystal Gold tone hardware Satin lining Magnetic closure Handle drop 3
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Late 20th Century Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Red Karung Snake Pleated Clutch and Bag - GHW - 1990's
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Red Karung Snake Pleated Clutch and Bag - GHW - 1990's. This bag is the perfect pop
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1990s American Karung Vintage Bag

Red Exotic Karung Water Snake Shoulder Bag + Mirror by Finesse La Model 1980s
By Finesse La Model
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This fabulous red Karung or water snake bag was made by Finesse La Model, likely in the 1980s. It
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Creme Karung Snake Clutch SHW
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Creme Karung Snake Clutch SHW. This bag is in excellent condition with a duster
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Late 20th Century American Karung Vintage Bag

1980's Judith Leiber Karung Convertible Clutch Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Atlanta, GA
ladylike Karung snakeskin design. The bone colored skin has a hint of champagne coloring matched by gold
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1980s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Vintage Creme Karung Clutch & Crossbody - circa 1990s
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Vintage Creme Karung Clutch & Crossbody - circa 1990s. This bag is in excellent
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1990s American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Two Tone Taupe Karung Handbag - Circa 90's
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1990s Vintage Judith Leiber Two Tone Taupe Karung Handbag with Rope Handle. Can also be used as a
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1990s American Karung Vintage Bag

Louis Vuitton Acid Coated Canvas & Karung Snakeskin Man Crazy Jokes
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Acid Coated Canvas & Karung Snakeskin Mancrazy Jokes This LOUIS VUITTON Mancrazy
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20th Century Karung Vintage Bag

Vintage Judith Leiber Red Karung Tassel Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Boca Raton, FL
have a unique character that comes through in their composition. Done in a candy apple red karung
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1980s Unknown Karung Vintage Bag

1980's BOTTEGA VENETA karung lizard clutch bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black karung lizard clutch with gold-toned hardware, black satin lining and push-lock closure
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1980s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Black Art Deco Style Karung Snake Evening Bag & Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Black Art Deco Style Karung Snake Evening Bag & Clutch. This bag is in excellent
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Late 20th Century American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Black Karung Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Alford, MA
This black karung clutch by Judith Leiber goes from day to night. It is gathered at top into a gold
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Late 20th Century American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Black Karung Clutch
Judith Leiber Black Karung Clutch
H 7.5 in W 9.5 in D 1.5 in
Vintage Judith Leiber white Karung Jewel gold frame evening bag 1990s NWOT
By Judith Leiber, Judy Hornby
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Judith Leiber white Karung Jewel gold frame evening bag 1990s NWOT...White karung handbag
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Late 20th Century American Karung Vintage Bag

Rare GUCCI by Tom Ford 1999 Exotic Karung Skin Clutch Bag Purse
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD EXOTIC KARUNG SKIN BAG FEATURED ON BOTH GUCCI'S RUNWAY SHOW FW
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1990s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

F/W 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Purple Karung Snakeskin Medium Jackie Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: a medium-sized Jackie bag in karung snakeskin. This bag was designed for the
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1990s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Red Karung Snakeskin Clutch with GHW
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
into bag Color: Red Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Karung snakeskin and metal Lining: Red textile
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20th Century Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Karung Clutch with Rhinestone Bird Clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in Alford, MA
Black karung clutch by Judith Leiber perfectly embellished with a black enamel and rhinestone bird
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Late 20th Century American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Red Karung Snake Handbag - Circa 70's
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Red Karung Snake Handbag - Circa 70's Item is in excellent vintage condition. Has the
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1970s American Karung Vintage Bag

1980s Judith Leiber Art Deco White Karung Snakeskin Handbag with Silver Chain
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful Art Deco style Judith Leiber White Karung Snakeskin Evening Bag, with silver-tone
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Late 20th Century American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Pink Parrot Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Alford, MA
Judith Leiber convertible clutch/shoulder bag in a vibrant shade of pink karung featuring a double
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Pink Parrot Clutch
Judith Leiber Pink Parrot Clutch
H 6.5 in W 8 in D 2.5 in
Judith Leiber 1980s Gold Karung Evening Bag with Rhinestones
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber 1980s Gold Karung Evening Bag with Rhinestones. This bag is in very good vintage
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber 1970's Vintage Red Karung Snake Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber 1970's Vintage Red Karung Snake Square Evening Bag. This bag is in good condition
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1970s American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Black Karung Bag with Modernist Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Black karung (lizard) Judith Leiber bag that can be used as a clutch or a shoulder bag. The
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1970s American Karung Vintage Bag

Leiber Black KArung Bag with Semi-Precious Stones
Located in New York, NY
Fanciful Judith Leiber black karung (lizard) purse with semi-precious stones on the frame. There is
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

1980's Judth Leiber Deco Style Apricot Karung Bag
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber apricot karung (lizard) bag with frame of squares alternating gold and silver. Bag
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

1980's Judith Leiber Gold and Grey Karung Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Art deco style Judith Leiber purse from the 1980's. The treatment of the karung lizard skin on this
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

1980's Leiber Gold Karung Bag with Jeweled Frame
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
1980's gold karung (lizard) Judith Leiber clutch with jeweled Frame. The stones are rose quartz
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

1980's Judith Leiber Black Karung Bag with Jeweled Frame
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Black karung (lizard) Judith Leiber clutch/shoulder bag with jeweled frame. the stones in the frame
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Charming Black Karung Bag with Gold Charm Handle
By Judith Leiber
Located in New Hope, PA
handbags suspended from the rigid handle. The bag also comes with an optional matching Karung shoulder
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Late 20th Century American Karung Vintage Bag

1980's Judith Leiber Black Karung Bag with Deco Style Frame
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber black karung (lizard) hand bag with highly decorative frame in the Art Deco style
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

1980's Judith Leiber Cocoa Brown Karung Bag with Jeweled Frame
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Judith Leiber karung (lizard) purse that can be used as a clutch or a shoulder bag from
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1980s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

Pink Karung Jeiber Hand Bag
Located in New York, NY
Pink Judith Leiber karung (lizard) hand bag which can be used as a clutch or a shoulder bag. The
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Pink Karung Jeiber Hand Bag
Pink Karung Jeiber Hand Bag
H 6.25 in W 8.5 in
Black Karung Evening Bag by Judith Leiber HOLIDAY
By Judith Leiber
Located in Lambertville, NJ
This is a timeless classic Judith Leiber evening bag in black karung with what appears to be jade
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

1980's Leiber Black Karung & Rhinestone Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Black karung (lizard) Judith Leiber evening bag with black rhinestone frame. The rhinestones are on
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Black Karung 1980's Day Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Black karung (lizard) Judith Leiber day bag from the 1980's. The pleated opening closes with a
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

1970's Green Judith Leiber Karung Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber karung (lizard) green clutch bag with gold frame. The frame is on the front and back
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1970s American Karung Vintage Bag

Leiber Beige Karung
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber beige karung purse with two tone, gold and silver metal frame. The lining is creme
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Red Karung Judith Leiber Bag with Onyx & Carnelian
Located in New York, NY
Red lizard Judith Leiber clutch/shoulder bag from the 1980's with a black onyx and red carnelian in
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1980s Spanish Karung Vintage Bag

1980's Judith Leiber Black Karung & Rhinestone Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Black karung Judith Leiber evening bag with a rhinestone, onyx and black rhinestone deco style
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Black Karung Judith Leiber Evening Bag with Rhinestone Frame
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber black karung evening bag with gold chain shoulder strap. Ornate frame of gold hearts
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Late 20th Century American Karung Vintage Bag

Leiber 1980's Black Karung Semi-Precious Stone Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Black karung purse with a frame of semi-precious stones, including onyx, jade and I think either
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1980s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Karung Handbag
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic and pristine evening bag from Judith Leiber is made of ivory-colored karung. The bag is
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Late 20th Century American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Black Karung Purse
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber black karung (lizard) clutch/shoulder bag from the 1980's. One of her larger karung
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Art Deco Style Evening Bag in Black Karung by Judith Leiber
By Judith Leiber
Located in Lambertville, NJ
This bag is a consignment from a long-time customer who held the top post at a Fortune 500 company
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1970s Italian Karung Vintage Bag

1980s Judith Leiber Black Karung Evening Bag with Black & Clear Rhinestone Bow
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Charming Judith Leiber black karung (lizard) evening bag with a bow clasp encrusted with black and
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Celery Green Karung Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Celery green karung (lizard) Judith Leiber purse with bow clasp. Lining is a pale green fabric
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Grey Karung, Python & Leather Envelope Purse
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
/> To make the patterns on the front of the bag python skin, karung and leather were used. There
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

1980s Judith Leiber Mocha Karung Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Judith Leiber clutch in Karung (lizard). It is hard for me to describe the color, you can
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Tan Jeweled Frame Judith Leiber Karung Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber tan karung (lizard) clutch/ shoulder bag with tiger eye clasp. The front and back of
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Leiber Mocha Karung and Tiger Eye Purse
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber clutch/shoulder bag in mocha karung with tiger eye accents and clasp. The decorative
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

1980's Leiber Black Karung & Rhinestone Purse
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent black karung and rhinestone frame evening bag by Judith Leiber circa 1980's. One of her
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Black Karung Evening Purse with Jeweled Strap
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
1980's Judith Leiber black karung (lizard)evening shoulder bag. The shoulder strap is jeweled with
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Brown Karung Lizard Embroidered Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Brown Judith Leiber lizard clutch/shoulder bag with two tone gold and silver frame. This is one of
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Black Leiber Karung and Leather Oval Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
geometric design with half the bag being lizard and the other half smooth leather. The inside is lined with
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1970s American Karung Vintage Bag

Judith Leiber Purple Karung Purse with Amethyst Clasp
Located in New York, NY
compartment and a slip compartment. Bag can be used as a clutch or shoulder bag. The karung shoulder strap
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

Leiber Black Karung Clutch with Mosaic Abstract Design
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber Black karung clutch with karung mosaic abstract design. This bag also comes with a
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1980s American Karung Vintage Bag

1970's Judith Leiber Black Karung & Onyx Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Black karung (lizard) Judith Leiber clutch/shoulder bag with black onyx embellished frame. The
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1970s American Karung Vintage Bag

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Karung Vintage Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary karung vintage bag you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. gray is a pretty popular color, but we also have brown, red, white and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for a karung vintage bag 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 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Judith Leiber, Bottega Veneta and Gucci are consistently popular.

How Much is a Karung Vintage Bag?

On average, a karung vintage bag on 1stDibs sells for $838, while they’re typically $351 on the low end and $2,245 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 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.