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Lanvin 1980s Suede Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the exquisite Lanvin 1980s Suede Clutch, a timeless accessory that exudes elegance and
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1980s Italian Clutches

Lanvin 1980s Suede Clutch
Lanvin 1980s Suede Clutch
$375
W 9 in D 1 in L 6.5 in
Lanvin Green Embroidered Clutch Bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lanvin - (Made in Italy) Clutch fully embroidered with sequins and rhinestones in green tones
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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

LANVIN Miss Sartorial off white calf hair gold bar flap envelope clutch bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN Miss Sartorial off white calf hair gold bar flap envelope clutch bag Reference: NKLL/A00489
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2010s Clutches

LANVIN purple satin pleated fabric silver buckle foldover clutch bag
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN purple satin pleated fabric silver buckle foldover clutch bag Reference: ALCU/A00034 Brand
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

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Lanvin Purple Pleated & Black Satin Silk w/ Art Deco Style Metal Accent Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Houston, TX
Make: Lanvin Headquarters: Paris, France Type: Clutch / evening clutch Color: Aubergine (deep
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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

Vintage LANVIN black velvet and fabric clutch shoulder bag with paisley prints.
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1980s. Vintage LANVIN black velvet and fabric clutch shoulder bag with golden allover paisley
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1980s French Clutches

Lanvin Ponyhair Envelope Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Roslyn, NY
Brown and creme printed ponyhair Lanvin envelope clutch with gold-tone hardware, optional chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Lanvin Ponyhair Envelope Clutch
Lanvin Ponyhair Envelope Clutch
H 7 in W 10.5 in D 0.5 in
Lanvin black leather clutch bag
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Happy clutch bag in black by Lanvin by Alber Elbaz. Classically styled in smooth calfskin, with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Lanvin black leather clutch bag
Lanvin black leather clutch bag
H 6 in W 11 in D 3 in
Lanvin Yellow And Black Snakeskin Print Zipped Knot-Fringe Calfskin Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lanvin yellow and black snakeskin print calfskin clutch with gold hardware. Knotted fringe trim at
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Vintage LANVIN elegant dark wine leather mini document clutch bag. Unisex use.
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1980s. Vintage LANVIN elegant dark wine leather mini document clutch bag with iconic golden L logo
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1980s Clutches

Vintage LANVIN dark brown lamb leather quilted stitch design shoulder clutch bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1980s. Vintage LANVIN dark brown lamb leather quilted stitch design shoulder bag, clutch purse with
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1980s French Shoulder Bags

Lanvin Black Satin Floral Crystals Applique Chain Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Trust this Lanvin clutch bag to be light durable and comfortable to carry. It is crafted
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2010s Clutches

LANVIN ORANGE SATIN CLUTCH BAG W/ BLACK BOW AND CHAIN
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous LANVIN clutch is the epitome of elegance. Orange satin body with
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21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Lanvin Red Goatskin Suede Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
Lanvin red suede small folding clutch bag featuring a goatskin suede flap with magnetic snap
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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Purple Lanvin Quilted Satin Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Purple quilted satin clutch by Lanvin. Top zip closure. Lined interior with
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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Lanvin White Flower Black Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
Lanvin's black flower clutch denotes classic Parisian elegance. It's crafted in Italy and features
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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Lanvin Art Deco Design Clutch Minaudière
By Lanvin Paris
Located in US
Lanvin evening clutch with crystal art deco design at the front, gold-tone Cuban link wrist handle
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Bags and Minaudières

Lanvin Pink Printed Canvas Happy Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Perfectly name Happy and beautifully designed by Lanvin, this clutch will add a bright pop of
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2010s Clutches

Lanvin Pink Printed Canvas Happy Clutch
Lanvin Pink Printed Canvas Happy Clutch
H 5.91 in W 2.37 in L 11.82 in
Lanvin Mint Green Leather Wristlet Clutch Bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin Mint Green Leather Wristlet Clutch Made in Italy Interior stamped "LANVIN
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Lanvin Black/Gold Leather Le Jour Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designed by the founder Jeanne Lanvin during the fifties, he aimed at crafting a bag that allows
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2010s Italian Clutches

Lanvin Black/Gold Leather Le Jour Clutch
Lanvin Black/Gold Leather Le Jour Clutch
H 8.67 in W 1.58 in L 12.6 in
Lanvin Black/Gold Embellished Satin Chain Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Everybody loves chic accessories that come with an edge. From the house of Lanvin comes this
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2010s Italian Clutches

Lanvin Alber Elbaz Fall 2012 Satin Jewel Embellished Convertible Bag Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Runway F/W 2012 Alber Elbaz's 10th-anniversary collection for Lanvin. Seen in look #49 on the
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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Lanvin Black Zippy Clutch Quilted Long Leather Zip Around 21lk0123 Wallet
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: 1"Height: 4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B) Signs of Wear: Interior is clean and odorless. Exterior has some rubbing, a...
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20th Century Wallets

LANVIN “Jeanne” Black Leather Braided Pom Pom Tassel Strap Flap Clutch Handbag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Thiensville, WI
LANVIN “Jeanne” Black Leather Braided Pom Pom Tassel Strap Flap Clutch Handbag Brand/Manufacturer
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

LANVIN blue black abstract printed leather top zip pouch clutch bag
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN blue black abstract printed leather top zip pouch clutch bag Reference: PRCG/A00081 Brand
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

rare LANVIN Art Deco Seashell metallic gold acrylic minaudiere box clutch bag
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare LANVIN Art Deco Seashell metallic gold acrylic minaudiere box clutch bag Reference: BSHW
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Lanvin Black Patent Leather and Reptile Foldover Flap Clutch with Dust Bag 41402
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Port Hope, ON
Lanvin logo features on the front of the bag and there is a TOP HANDLE.
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2010s French Clutches

Lanvin Gold Leather Flap Chain Clutch
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This clutch is just the right accessory to compliment your chic ensemble. It comes crafted in
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2010s Italian Clutches

Lanvin Gold Leather Flap Chain Clutch
Lanvin Gold Leather Flap Chain Clutch
H 4.73 in W 0.79 in L 8.27 in
Lanvin Alber Elbaz Orange Satin Jewel Embellished Shoulder Bag/ Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Lanvin Alber Elbaz convertible bag/Clutch. Done in coral orange, the gold sanle chain can be tucked
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Lanvin XL Black Embossed Crocodile Zipper Clutch Wristlet Bag - Rt. $990
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Crocodile embossed calfskin. Goldtone wrist strap, attached to hardware at corner Zip-around top Inside, fabric lining with logo detail and slight shimmer; contrast fabric o...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

LANVIN "Mai Tai" Red Genuine Python Snakeskin Envelope Clutch Handbag Purse
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Thiensville, WI
Lanvin Paris "Mai Tai" genuine python envelope clutch. Red with pink / white hues. Gold-tone
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Ladies Purse Hard Shell Black Clutch Brass Ornaments, 1930s
Located in Sofia, BG
Vintage 1930s ladies hard shell purse black clutch brass ornaments, purple upholstering The
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Bi-color Lanvin Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Gold with purple on one side and orange on the other.
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Lanvin Pink Neon Clutch Bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cute pink neon clutch bag by Lanvin in soft lambskin with a chain link shoulder strap and a snap
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Lanvin Pink Neon Clutch Bag
Lanvin Pink Neon Clutch Bag
H 5.91 in W 9.45 in D 1.97 in
Lanvin red "Mini Happy' Quilted leather clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
LANVIN Red 'MINI HAPPY' Quilted Leather Clutch An eye-catching red Mini Happy clutch by LANVIN. It
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Early 2000s French Clutches

Lanvin Mother of Pearl Box Clutch Ombre
By Lanvin Paris
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Lanvin Mother of Pearl Box Clutch Ombre from its 2013 Collection epitomizes the
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Lanvin Minaudiere Box Clutch Crystal Embellished Plexiglass
By Lanvin Paris
Located in NY, NY
This Lanvin Minaudiere Box Clutch Crystal Embellished Plexiglass, crafted from embellished
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Lanvin Black Black 'Arpege Minaudiere' Ball Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
Lanvin Black Black 'Arpege Minaudiere' Ball Clutch - Black Ball Clutch - Enamel round body
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Lanvin Gold & Silver Vertical Minaudiere Clutch Bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
Lanvin Gold & Silver Vertical Minaudiere Clutch Bag - Vertical Clutch or Shoulder Bag - Metallic
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Lanvin Stingray and Resin Box Clutch Bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Toronto, ON
Lanvin hard metal box bag. Stingray, goldtone metal, black acrylic ends, and long removable snake
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Lanvin Vintage 70's Logo Clutch With Strap
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Berlin, DE
Lanvin Vintage 70's logo clutch with strap. Clutch has double flap pocket details, adjustable
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1970s French Clutches

Lanvin Vintage 70's Logo Clutch With Strap
Lanvin Vintage 70's Logo Clutch With Strap
W 12.8 in D 1.97 in L 7.68 in
Vintage Lanvin Golden Yellow silk Clutch Evening Bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Vintage Lanvin Bright Golden Yellow silk Clutch Evening Bag. Envelope style. Large
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1970s French Clutches

Jeanne Lanvin alligator card clutch presented by funkyfinders
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Stamford, CT
gold 'JL' lanvin logo and the interior is black leather, signed 'Lanvin''Paris'. beautifully made with
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1970s French Cloche Hats

LANVIN Loves FNO black satin embroidered â??Oulouletteâ?? Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Antwerp, BE
LANVIN Loves FNO black satin embroidered â??Oulouletteâ?? Clutch with red Swarovski crystal heart
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Lanvin Black Leather and Brass Studded Wristlet Clutch Bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Toronto, ON
Lanvin black leather wristlet clutch bag. Brass metal cap ends, wristlet snake chain, zippered top
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2010s French Clutches

Lanvin Red Lizard Skin Gold Accent Envelope Flap Evening Clutch Bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Lanvin Red Lizard Skin Gold Accent Envelope Flap Evening Clutch Bag Lizard
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Lanvin Gray Black Snakeskin Colorblock Gold Hardware Envelope Evening Clutch Bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Incredible! Lowest price reduction for a limited time only! Original retail price $2,995 Python Gold-tone hardware Satin lining Push-lock closure Measure...
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Lanvin New Multi Color Leather Envelope 2 in 1 Evening Clutch Shoulder Flap Bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Lanvin New Multi Color Leather Envelope 2 in 1 Evening Clutch Shoulder Flap Bag
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Lanvin NEW Black Suede Gold Chain Detail Evening 2 in 1 Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Suede Metal Leather lining Snap closure Made in Italy Measures 6" W x 4" H x 1" D
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Alber Elbaz For Lanvin Swarovski Crystal Embellished Eagle Clutch, Spring 2012
By Alber Elbaz, Elie Top
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Alber Elbaz for Lanvin, Spring-Summer 2012 cream acrylic clutch with gold-tone hardware, single
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

New Lanvin Velvet clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Paris, FR
New Lanvin Velvet clutch. really nice for everyday use. New never worn.
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2010s French Clutches

Lanvin Private Quilted Suede Framed Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Lanvin Private Quilted Suede Framed Clutch is a unique 'Little Black Bag' that is
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Lanvin Piano Dark Grey Wood Box Clutch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
Lanvin Piano Dark Grey Wood Box Clutch - Runway edition - Dark Grey Box Clutch - Painted wooden
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Lanvin Happy Clutch Fabric
Located in NY, NY
This graceful Lanvin Canvas Happy Clutch is a great addition to the most stylish sophisticated
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Lanvin Black Satin Evening Bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
This authentic Lanvin Black Satin Clutch is in pristine condition, perhaps carried one time
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Lanvin Black Satin Evening Bag
Lanvin Black Satin Evening Bag
H 5 in D 1 in L 10 in
Alber Elbaz For Lanvin Python Print Minaudiere Clutch, Spring - Summer 2012
By Alber Elbaz
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Alber Elbaz for Lanvin, Spring-Summer 2012, python print minaudière clutch with gold-tone hardware
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Lanvin By Alber Elbaz Python Print Minaudiere Clutch, Spring - Summer 2012
By Alber Elbaz
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Lanvin by Alber Elbaz, Spring-Summer 2012, python print minaudière clutch with gold-tone hardware
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Alber Elbaz for Lanvin Minaudière Clutch Graduating Ombre Crystals, Spring 2012
By Alber Elbaz
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Alber Elbaz for Lanvin, Spring-Summer 2012 black satin Minaudière Box clutch with gold-tone
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

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You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary lanvin clutch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find beige and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for a lanvin clutch 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. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz and Jeanne Lanvin each produced a popular version that is worth a look. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

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Prices for a lanvin clutch can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $76 and can go as high as $2,500, while, on average they fetch $481.

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