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Vintage 1930s Purses

1930s Couture Black Velvet Handbag
1930s Couture Black Velvet Handbag

1930s Couture Black Velvet Handbag

$962

H 18 in W 8 in D 8 in

1930s Couture Black Velvet Handbag

Located in London, GB

An iconic late 1930s Couture black silk velvet handbag, comprising of one compartment with one

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20th Century Vintage 1930s Purses

1930s Asprey Brown Crocodile Handbag
1930s Asprey Brown Crocodile Handbag

1930s Asprey Brown Crocodile Handbag

$1,733

H 13 in W 9.2 in D 7.5 in

1930s Asprey Brown Crocodile Handbag

By Asprey & Garrard Limited

Located in London, GB

A typical late 1930s Asprey sienna-brown crocodile handbag, comprising of one compartment with one

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20th Century British Vintage 1930s Purses

1930s/1940s Handmade Crewel Work Embroidered Round Bag
1930s/1940s Handmade Crewel Work Embroidered Round Bag

1930s/1940s Handmade Crewel Work Embroidered Round Bag

Located in London, GB

1930s/1940s handmade crewel work folk embroidered round bag, beautifully crafted in the golden era

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1940s British Vintage 1930s Purses

1930s Art Deco High Quality Brown Leather Italian Jewel Evening Bag
1930s Art Deco High Quality Brown Leather Italian Jewel Evening Bag

1930s Art Deco High Quality Brown Leather Italian Jewel Evening Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This exquisite handbag is a 1930s Art Deco Italian evening bag, a striking example of the refined

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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage 1930s Purses

Stylish Art Deco Velvet and Chrome Handbag Purse, circa 1930s
Stylish Art Deco Velvet and Chrome Handbag Purse, circa 1930s

Stylish Art Deco Velvet and Chrome Handbag Purse, circa 1930s

Located in Devon, England

For your consideration is this superbly stylish and rare 1930s black silk velvet clutch bag

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Vintage 1930s Purses

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Chrome

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1930's Hand Woven Fish Basket Purse Bucket Bag
1930's Hand Woven Fish Basket Purse Bucket Bag

1930's Hand Woven Fish Basket Purse Bucket Bag

Located in New York, NY

1930's hand woven circular fish basket purse with double drop handles to carry in hand or under arm

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage 1930s Purses

1930'S Whiting & Davis Gold Metal Mesh Wristlet Evening Bag
1930'S Whiting & Davis Gold Metal Mesh Wristlet Evening Bag

1930'S Whiting & Davis Gold Metal Mesh Wristlet Evening Bag

By Whiting & Davis

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1930'S Whiting & Davis Coveted Gold Metal Mesh "Wristlet" Evening Bag. Features a gold brass smooth

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Mid-20th Century American Vintage 1930s Purses

Excellent 1970s Rosenfeld Gold Floral Evening Purse
Excellent 1970s Rosenfeld Gold Floral Evening Purse

Excellent 1970s Rosenfeld Gold Floral Evening Purse

By Rosenfeld

Located in Houston, TX

. Harry Rosenfeld's career spanned decades. He began designing purses in the 1930s, selling them to high

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1970s Italian Vintage 1930s Purses

Multicolored Vintage Clutch 1930s Eastern Europe
Multicolored Vintage Clutch 1930s Eastern Europe

Multicolored Vintage Clutch 1930s Eastern Europe

Located in Vienna, AT

This clutch features a very beautiful stitched surface in the colors red, green and blue. Inside are two compartments. The lining was made of pink silk. The clutch shows a leather e...

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Mid-20th Century Vintage 1930s Purses

Gucci 1930's Grand Voyage
Gucci 1930's Grand Voyage

Gucci 1930's Grand Voyage

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1930's naturally distressed oversized Grand Voyage travel bag by Gucci. This piece is so

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage 1930s Purses

1930s Art Deco Orange Amber Bakelite Evening Shoulder Bag
1930s Art Deco Orange Amber Bakelite Evening Shoulder Bag

1930s Art Deco Orange Amber Bakelite Evening Shoulder Bag

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H 4.73 in W 9.45 in D 2.37 in L 22.05 in

1930s Art Deco Orange Amber Bakelite Evening Shoulder Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This 1930s Art Deco evening shoulder bag is crafted from rich amber-hued Bakelite, a highly

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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage 1930s Purses

1930's Vintage Jewel and Enamel Frame with New Pleated Silk Bag
1930's Vintage Jewel and Enamel Frame with New Pleated Silk Bag

1930's Vintage Jewel and Enamel Frame with New Pleated Silk Bag

Located in New Hope, PA

This elegant jewel frame dates to the 1930's and it is set with a large lapis stone at the center

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Late 20th Century American Vintage 1930s Purses

1930s/1940s Peacock Design Zardozi Embroidered Gemmed Black Velvet Evening Bag
1930s/1940s Peacock Design Zardozi Embroidered Gemmed Black Velvet Evening Bag

1930s/1940s Peacock Design Zardozi Embroidered Gemmed Black Velvet Evening Bag

Located in Munich, DE

This outstanding black silk velvet evening bag is decorated with a rich 3D quality Zardozi embroidery on the front flap featuring a prancing peacock in the center surrounded by a flo...

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1940s Indian Vintage 1930s Purses

Ladies Art Deco Leather and Lucite Handbag Purse, circa 1930s
Ladies Art Deco Leather and Lucite Handbag Purse, circa 1930s

Ladies Art Deco Leather and Lucite Handbag Purse, circa 1930s

Located in Devon, England

For your consideration is this superbly stylish and rare 1930s Art Deco dark navy blue leather

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Vintage 1930s Purses

Materials

Chrome

French 1930's Black Beaded Evening Clutch with Jeweled Frame
French 1930's Black Beaded Evening Clutch with Jeweled Frame

French 1930's Black Beaded Evening Clutch with Jeweled Frame

Located in New York, NY

Black beaded evening bag with glossy beads. The brass frame has carnelian and turquoise stones. I do not know if the stones are genuine or not. The brass frame has etched openwork as...

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1940s French Vintage 1930s Purses

1930s French Micro Beaded Evening Hand Bag
1930s French Micro Beaded Evening Hand Bag

1930s French Micro Beaded Evening Hand Bag

Located in Phoenix, AZ

silk lined with single open pocket & original matching loose coin purse. Matching fully beaded handle

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Purses

1930'S Whiting & Davis Gold Metal Mesh Wristlet Evening Bag
1930'S Whiting & Davis Gold Metal Mesh Wristlet Evening Bag

1930'S Whiting & Davis Gold Metal Mesh Wristlet Evening Bag

By Whiting & Davis

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1930'S Whiting & Davis Coveted Gold Metal Mesh "Wristlet" Evening Bag. Features a gold brass smooth

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Mid-20th Century American Vintage 1930s Purses

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Art Deco Lame Broche Fringed Shawl
Art Deco Lame Broche Fringed Shawl

Art Deco Lame Broche Fringed Shawl

Located in New York, NY

Art deco lame floral patterned shawl with ivory silk fringe, 48 x 38 plus 22" fringe. Excellent condition w slight oxidation in center.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Purses

1920's Filet Lace Dress  Made in France
1920's Filet Lace Dress  Made in France

1920's Filet Lace Dress Made in France

Located in New Hope, PA

This 1920's filet lace dress was Made in France and it is a very beautiful and wearable dress. It has a square neckline with two small hand embroidered panels at the center front. Th...

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1920s French Vintage 1930s Purses

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt

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...

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Early 2000s French Vintage 1930s Purses

Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress
Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress

Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress

By Missoni

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous colorful fine silk knit halter dress from Missoni in a red, orange, blue, yellow, white, lavender and black abstract pattern. It slips on over the head and has 2 black str...

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1990s Italian Vintage 1930s Purses

John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress

John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...

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Early 2000s French Vintage 1930s Purses

Larisa Barrera Beaded and Stone Pink Evening Bag
Larisa Barrera Beaded and Stone Pink Evening Bag

Larisa Barrera Beaded and Stone Pink Evening Bag

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Larisa Barrera Beaded and Stone Pink Evening Bag This small yet elegant bag is in excellent condition. The bag is completely covered in sequins, beads, and stones. The bottom of the...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Vintage 1930s Purses

Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Green Silk Crepe Sequined Cocktail Dress ca. 1967
Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Green Silk Crepe Sequined Cocktail Dress ca. 1967

Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Green Silk Crepe Sequined Cocktail Dress ca. 1967

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Studio City, CA

A circa 1967 Pierre Cardin haute couture green sequined silk crêpe cocktail dress that features a keyhole opening at the back. The main draw of this slinky silk cocktail dress are t...

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1960s French Vintage 1930s Purses

Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown
Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown

Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown

By BADGLEY MISHCKA, Badgley Mischka

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA size 12 gray fully beaded + rhinestone deco style evening gown! Features elegant 3/4 sleeves with a fitted bodice and forgiving skirt. Hand cr...

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1990s American Vintage 1930s Purses

Ocimar Versolato haute couture light grey wool evening pant suit, fw 1998
Ocimar Versolato haute couture light grey wool evening pant suit, fw 1998

Ocimar Versolato haute couture light grey wool evening pant suit, fw 1998

By Ocimar Versolato

Located in London, GB

Presenting a rare and exceptional piece from Ocimar Versolato's Autumn-Winter 1998 haute couture collection, the evening wool pant suit, a true embodiment of the designer's visionary...

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1990s French Vintage 1930s Purses

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...

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1990s Vintage 1930s Purses

Alexander McQueen FW 2002 Black Silk Blouse Top Jacket
Alexander McQueen FW 2002 Black Silk Blouse Top Jacket

Alexander McQueen FW 2002 Black Silk Blouse Top Jacket

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Berlin, BE

In the captivating language of Alexander McQueen's FW 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Collection, this jacket or blouse is a poetic embodiment of elegance and drama. Its sleek black Silk...

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Early 2000s Italian Vintage 1930s Purses

Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress
Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress

Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress

By Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful pink silk dress from Versace. It is is a simple sleeveless sheath from the front. The back is exposed from the shoulders to low back with the exception of draping framin...

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Early 2000s Italian Vintage 1930s Purses

1960s Classic Black Crocodile Handbag w Top Handle & Gold Hardware
1960s Classic Black Crocodile Handbag w Top Handle & Gold Hardware

1960s Classic Black Crocodile Handbag w Top Handle & Gold Hardware

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Classic Black Crocodile Handbag w Top Handle & Gold Hardware: A classic lady-like handbag in a wide-scale patterned crocodile skin with gold hardware and a long hinged croc-co...

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1960s American Vintage 1930s Purses

Issac Mizrahi New Crochet Cardigan with Appliques and Bead Trim 1990s
Issac Mizrahi New Crochet Cardigan with Appliques and Bead Trim 1990s

Issac Mizrahi New Crochet Cardigan with Appliques and Bead Trim 1990s

By Isaac Mizrahi

Located in Water Mill, NY

A very pretty black crochet cardigan from Issac Mizrahi. It has long sleeves, applique matching crochet flowers around the neck, front, hem and on the sleeves. There are black glass ...

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1990s American Vintage 1930s Purses

John Galliano Pink Silk Gown
John Galliano Pink Silk Gown

John Galliano Pink Silk Gown

By John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A spectacular John Galliano silk gown in ombre shades of pink. The bodice has spaghetti straps and gathers onto 2 angled bands crossing at the waist. It has a 2 tier skirt, the sho...

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Early 2000s French Vintage 1930s Purses

Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006

Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...

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Early 2000s Italian Vintage 1930s Purses

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Vintage 1930s Purses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage 1930s purses for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black vintage 1930s purses, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Gray and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding appealing vintage 1930s purses such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Whiting & Davis, Hermès and Gucci each produced popular versions that are 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.

How Much are Vintage 1930s Purses?

On average, vintage 1930s purses on 1stDibs sell for $450, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $33,559 for the highest priced versions of these items.

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.