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...
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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...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
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.
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Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.