Rug Patterned Needlepoint Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Attractive handworked needlepoint clutch patterned as an antique rug. Satin lined. USA 1950's. 5" x 9" x .75" Excellent condition.
Rug Patterned Needlepoint Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Attractive handworked needlepoint clutch patterned as an antique rug. Satin lined. USA 1950's. 5" x 9" x .75" Excellent condition.
Rialto Large Needlepoint Handbag 1960s
By Rialto
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous large needlepoint handbag in a green, yellow and red abstract pattern on a black background. It has a shapely black Lucite frame, double rounded top handles, and gold clas...
$245Sale Price|34% Off
Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Unique thespian needlepoint comedy and tragedy handbag The stylish large scale retro handbag is designed with comedy and tragedy mask on both exterior sides The theatrical ma...
$111Sale Price|40% Off
Petit Needlepoint Tapestry Floral Embroidered Purse w/ Ornate Silver Clasps
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This exquisite tapestry purse is a masterpiece of needlepoint craftsmanship.
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Needlepoint Bon Voyage Bag
Located in New Hope, PA
This is such a charming needlepoint bag from the 1950's, with a terrific travel motif. The bag has an airplane, steamship and scenes from Paris and New York on the front side. The b...
Needlepoint "Bird in Tree" handbag
Located in New York, NY
The needlepoint is on both sides of the handbag in wool yarn.
50s Large Needlepoint Handbag with Floral Motif
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 50s needlepoint daytime bag with gold frame black needlepoint background and multicolor floral motif petite pointe embellishment. Gold faille lining and gimp edging. Ve...
Vintage Needlepoint Bag
Located in London, GB
A pretty bag for Fall. The bag is a useful size, with a pretty scalloped top. Internally there is one zip compartment Measurements: width 13'', height 8'', depth 3 1/2''
Chanel needlepoint symbols multicoloured shoulder bag
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
Chanel needlepoint symbols multicoloured shoulder bag Black leather, multicoloured needlepoint, gold tone hardware, cc logo Measurements: 29 * 22 cm, depth 7 cm
Gambling Theme Diminutive Red Needlepoint and Leather Handbag
Located in New Hope, PA
This tiny bag is perfect for the gambler! It would look chic and be a fun accessory in Monte Carlo, Las Vegas, Atlantic City or at the local bingo game. This bag is a small version ...
CHANEL needlepoint lucky charms patchwork pochette bag with gilt hardware
By Chanel
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Needlepoint bag with lucky symbols motif from Chanel. Symbols include: a bow, interlocking CC logo, Chanel No. 5 perfume bottle, a # 5, and a shamrock. Great as an evening bag. Bag ...
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H 6.75 in D 2.75 in L 8.75 in
C.1980 Moon Bags Needlepoint Suede & Hand Painted Lacquer Wood Handbag
By Patricia Smith
Located in Atlanta, GA
'Moon Bags' were the creation of artist Patricia Smith who designed limited editions of these unique pieces of wearable art from the 1970's through the 1990's. The original advertis...
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H 14.5 in W 15 in
Autumnal Olive Green Corduroy Tote with Needlepoint Spaniels. Late 1950's. Saks.
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
This is simply to coolest dog themed bag I have seen in ages! Made of rich, olive green, wide wale corduroy which hosts an extraordinary panel of hand sewn needlepoint depicting two...
Fendi Mamma Baguette Needlepoint White Canvas and Blue and White Stones Embroide
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: VERY GOOD Minor stains inside and outside. Scratches to the hardware. Some of the beads may have fallen but it's hard to detect. DETAILS FENDI Mamma Baguette Size: La...
1950's Scarlet Red Maud Hundley Needlepoint Purse with Butterflies
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic and rare extra-large needlepoint purse from Maud Hundley in a lovely botanic pattern featuring butterflies, ladybugs, flowers and leaves.
Gorgeous 1950s X Large Fully Beaded Navy Blue Needlepoint 50s Tapestry Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage late 1950s large fully beaded British Hong Kong needlepoint tapestry handbag! Features thousands of iridescent navy blue seed beads throughout. Needlepoint flowers o...
Unusual Needlepoint Clutch, Jacomo, Paris
By Jacomo
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Needlepoint Clutch in the Japanese taste, mounted by Jacomo ,Paris. Hand embroidered needle point exterior is trimmed with leather piping, interior flap and satin lining. Ex...
Vintage Floral Needlepoint Envelope Clutch Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
Accessorize an ensemble with this sweet floral needlepoint clutch handbag in shades of fleshtone pink, greens, yellow, brown and antique white. The fold over envelope style snaps op...
1960s Jolles Beaded Needlepoint Bag
Located in Alford, MA
Large 1960s bag in floral needlepoint design, the front totally beaded and further embellished with metal leaves and overlapping coins at top, the back with a central oval motif. Sin...
Needlepoint Fruit Theme Retro Handbag circa 1960s
Located in University City, MO
Needlepoint fruit theme retro handbag c 1960s The unique midcentury handbag is decorated with a myriad of needlepoint fruits illuminated against a black stitched background The C...
Unique Needlepoint Figural Harpist Handbag c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Unique needlepoint figural harpist vintage handbag c 1970 The vintage one of a kind hand stitched handbag is illustrated with a musical harpist player on the front. The back exter...
1950s Harry Rosenfeld Floral Needlepoint Structured Handbag
By Rosenfeld, Harry Rosenfeld
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 1950s Harry Rosenfeld floral wool needlepoint and black leather structured attache style handbag with heavy gold-toned snap clasp. Double handle.
Needlepoint French Scene Artisan Handbag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Needlepoint French scene artisan handbag c 1960 The unique needlepoint one of a kind handbag is designed with two different French scenes on both exterior panels One of the sides fe...
Floral Needlepoint Top Handle Handbag, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Not all 'granny bags' are created equal! This 1950's needlepoint example is at the front of the pack with a neutral antique white background accented with petit pointe stitching in ...
Whimsical Vintage Needlepoint Ladybug Eyeglasses Case
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lucky little ladybug has landed on a wonderfully graphic blue, green and turquoise needlepoint eyeglasses case. Both sides are fully decorated with pearly metallic threading on...
Charming Needlepoint Ballet Scene Artisan Handbag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Charming needlepoint ballet scene artisan handbag c 1960 The unique artisan handbag is designed with two different ballet scenes on both exterior sides. Illuminated against a black n...
1960s Charming Needlepoint Hand Stitched Large Scale Artisan Handbag
Located in University City, MO
1960s Needlepoint hand stitched large scale artisan handbag The unique vintage handbag is designed with a charming needlepoint scene depicting a romantic old-world courting couple ...
Needlepoint Artisan Griffin & Laurels Hand Stitched Handbag c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Elegant needlepoint artisan griffin & laurels vintage handbag c 1970 The chic retro needlepoint artisan handbag is decorated with an endearing griffin figure; surrounded with a wrea...
Needlepoint Leather Trim Large Tote Bag c 1990's
Located in University City, MO
Needlepoint leather trim large scale tote bag The unique needlepoint tote is illustrated with a pair of young girls. They are set in a lush outdoor setting arranging a bouquet ...
1950's Needlepoint Top Handle Lady Bag
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The loveliest of lady bags. Black needlepoint and leather top handle bag from the 1950's. Beautiful all over needle point body with a royal griffen motif surrounded by green branches...
Colorful C.1970 Meyers Geometric Needlepoint Handbag
By Meyers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fun and functionality! Meyers always stayed on top of the fashion trends with well made and affordable handbags such as this C.1970 needlepoint bag with a colorful geometric design ...
Nantucket Style Woven Wicker Needlepoint Lid Shoulder Bag c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Nantucket style woven wicker rattan shoulder bag with needlepoint lid cover c 1980s The charming light-weight woven wicker basket style shoulder bag is designed with a needlepoint li...
Rare Chanel Precious Symbols Needlepoint Shoulder Bag Shopper Tote
By Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
A Chanel “Precious Symbols” shoulder bag crafted from colorful needlepoint squares depicting classic and iconic Chanel symbols. The bag has gold chain link shoulder straps with a han...
1950s Rare Needlepoint Fox Hunt Dual Sided Large Handbag
Located in University City, MO
1950s Rare needlepoint fox hunt scene dual sided large handbag The unique handbag is illustrated with fox hunt scenes on both sides The scenes are different in design. Both sides h...
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H 5.75 in W 9 in D 1.5 in
Tapisserie Anciennes Retailed by Koret Pristine Needlepoint Bag Made in France
By Koret
Located in New Hope, PA
Never used, this bag is in pristine condition, made from vintage French needlework. It is fully lined in the softest tan lambskin and stamped in gold, Koret, with their logo as well....
Jolles Original Beaded Needlepoint Wicker Novelty Handbag, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Get your fresh fruits here! And your novelty handbags! This 1950's charmer is by Jolles Original of Austria. Jolles has quite a storied history in the world of 20th century handba...
Large C.1960 Needlepoint Handbag With Mushroom Motif
Located in Atlanta, GA
Not all 'granny bags' are created equal! This C.1960 needlepoint example is at the front of the pack combining an extra large size with a delightful mushroom motif. The body of the...
1950's Jolles Original Beaded Needlepoint Novelty Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
Prepare to be charmed by this 'crazy quilt' of a handbag from Jolles Original of Austria! Jolles has quite a storied history in the world of 20th century handbag design both due to ...
Jolles Original Micro Micro Needlepoint Tapertry of Roses Handbag
Located in New York, NY
Jolles Original (Austria) micro micro hand-done needlepoint tapertry of "Roses" handbag has a combination of silver and gold hardware frame. The gold hardware chain measures 7" in he...
Switkes Floral Needlepoint Handbag With Decorated Frame, C.1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
Granny bag chic! Switkes handbags were designed by artist, Stan Switkes, in the 1940's and 1950's. This charming floral needlepoint handbag is characteristic of his designs incorpo...
Fabulous 1950's Trompe L'oeil Needlepoint & Black Leather Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 1950's trompe l'oeil needlepoint handbag is the be all end all. The black background is decorated with needle work (including petit point) depicting medals and badges of honor ...
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H 3 in W 2.25 in D 1.13 in
Black Faille Hard-Sided Cigarette Case with Needlepoint Marquis, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A glimpse back to a time when cigarettes abounded on airplanes, in movie theaters and grocery stores, this cigarette case would have conveyed ladylike sophistication in even the smok...
1950's Green Needlepoint Handbag With Floral Motif & Chain Handle
Located in Atlanta, GA
Not all 'granny bags' are created equal! This 1950's needlepoint example is at the front of the pack with a versatile green background touched with a hint of teal and a double sided...
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H 13 in W 14 in D 3.5 in
Large Robin Egg Blue Needlepoint Handbag With Country French Scene, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Not all 'granny bags' are created equal! This 1950's needlepoint example is at the front of the pack with a robin's egg blue body accented by a country French scene depicting a peti...
1954 Marilyn Monroe Owned Needlepoint Purse Worn for Marriage to Joe DiMaggio
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Historic Marilyn Monroe worn colorful floral garden motif needlepoint purse complete with detailed letters of provenance from Joe DiMaggio's niece herself.
1954 Marilyn Monroe Owned Needlepoint Purse Worn for Marriage to Joe DiMaggio
By Celebrity
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Historic Marilyn Monroe worn colorful floral garden motif needlepoint purse complete with detailed letters of provenance from Joe DiMaggio's niece herself.
Vintage Needlepoint Handbag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Really fun vintage multicolor needlepoint handbag with bird, floral and fruit motif. Interesting and coordinating heavily "beaded" handles.
Moon Bag 1980 Needlepoint
By Patricia Smith
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Patricia Smith designed, made and sold these unique bags all over the country at fine and exclusive boutiques in the 80's.
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Bag
Height: 9"Late 20th Century Needlepoint Purse Vintage
Antique Needlepoint Monkey Purse
Located in Sarasota, FL
Fabulous Antique purse frame with faux tortoise shell frame with jade and tiger eye beads to the frame sterling silver leaves surround the front of the frame needlepointed monkey dre...
Silver, Metal
1970s Art Bag Needlepoint Handbag
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Happy hands at home on the upper east in Manhattan made this great geometric needlepoint and then Happy legs walked right over to Art Bag and had it whipped up in the quintessential ...
Sold|$450
Art Deco Pave Crystal Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Pave Crystal Clutch with elaborate pave crystal frame. Crystals are set into mesh to form the body of clutch, lined in satin. 1930's France.
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible 2 piece silk skirt and top set in a pink and yellow flower print from John Galliano for Christian Dior. The top has adjustable functional pink lacing at the center fron...
1960s Vintage Black Satin Floral Brocade Cocktail Dress with Box Pleats
Located in Sparks, NV
Simple and chic 1960s vintage cocktail dress with short sleeves and box pleats. Partially lined with rear metal zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust measures...
$600Sale Price|20% Off
Kwanpen Peach Pink & Black Long Lizard Clutch Handbag Gold Hardware
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Kwanpen peach & black long lizard clutch handbag with gold clasp. Flap front bag is long and elegant and easy to carry. Fully lined in bitter orange textured leather and tan textured...
Volupte 1950s Enamel Flower Compact Miaudiere Purse and Case
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black enamel compact, minaudiere, purse from Volupte. It has a black front decorated with enamel flowers and painted leaves on either side and the back is brushed gold me...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...
1930S Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown With Tiered Ruffle Hem & Puff Sleeves
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown With Tiered Ruffle Hem & Puff Sleeves
$200Sale Price|20% Off
H 11 in W 1 in L 15.5 in
1980s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Document Clutch Bag Brown Large
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI business clutch bag is crafted of pigskin leather in brown featuring gold toned hardware. Front flap combination lock closure opens to a beige pigskin leather inte...
New Badgley Mischka Couture Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 4
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Gown Brand New with Tags Shell: 100% Silk Lining: 100% Polyester Sequined Neckline Flowing down one side and at back strap Zipper and Hook Closure Bust 36" Empire W...
Faux Tortoise Shoulder Bag/Clutch, c.1980s
Located in Alford, MA
Convertible clutch in faux tortoise shell features a textured goldtone clasp and gold chain. The chain folds away to convert to a clutch. Fabric interior with side compartment. Made ...
Opulent Jeweled Serpent Clasp Evening Bag
Located in University City, MO
Opulent jeweled serpent clasp evening bag The elegant evening bag is designed with a crystal encrusted serpent clasp The embossed chocolate brown vinyl covering emulates re...
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
$95
Size: Labelled M, may run small
Vintage 1970s Le Roy Knitwear Cream Nubby Open Knit Sweater with Jabot Collar
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 1970s cream Le Roy sweater in a wonderful nubby knit with attached jabot collar. Long sleeve, pearlized button closure at back neck. Slightly open-knit, layer for a conservat...
Tom Ford for Gucci Lavender Silk Halter Dress S/S 2003
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous lavender stretch silk dress by Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2003 collection. It has a plunging front neckline and racer back with multiple seams emanating from it and the side ...
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c
By Louis Vuitton
Located in University City, MO
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with subtle gold metallic knit band...
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.
What these styles lack in name recognition they more than make up for in cachet.
Before the Birkin there was the Haut à Courroies, which has become the chic carryall of choice for the league's most stylish athletes.
Accented with a sculptural golden handle and a pair of swishy tassels, the design never went into production.
These celebrities prove that the famous design works with both sleek dresses and streetwear.
Fashion designers are revisiting and reimagining the era's It bags.
The sale sets a new record for the highly coveted handbag.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.