White Lucite Handbag -Book piece Top handle Wilardy Dooner 1960s
Located in Wallkill, NY
1950s Wilardy Opaque, Marbled White Lucite Purse, Ornate Clasp, Great Handel Mirror inside top of handbag with a Stunning Pearl and Crystal Decorative clasp.
Wilardy Lucite Purse
Located in Toronto, ON
Signed Wilardy grey marbleized lucite purse with silver toned filigree clasp and accents.
Wilardy Black Lucite Clutch
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Gorgeous signed Wilardy black lucite clutch, simple lines and nice size. The bag is part of a collection of designer bags with little to no use by the former owner. White version fro...
1950s Wilardy Clear Lucite Silver Hinged Box Handbag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Stunning, right on trend, Wilardy Clear Lucite, Silvered Finish Hardware, Hinged Box Handbag- vintage Mid 20th Century- circa 1950 Designer Fashion - a gorgeous Ornate Clasp, Great H...
Stunning Wilardy Silver Lame Rhinestone Petite Lucite Handbag
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Curved Top Petite Lucite Handbag covered with Rhinestone panels on the Silver Lame Encased Lucite.Designed in the 1950's there is a Black and Silver Label above the Interio...
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H 11 in D 4.13 in L 6 in
Fantastic Wilardy White Pearlized 1957 Design Award Lucite Handbag
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and Great Design Pearlized Lucite Handbag Made by Wilardy who received the 1957 Design Award For this Particular Handbag due to the Great Handle and Shape of the Handbag an...
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H 3.94 in W 7.29 in D 4.14 in
1950s Rare Lucite Lace and Rhinestone purse handbag by Florida Handbags in pink
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Mid Century Florida Handbag in the palest pink with “Gilt sparkles” in diagonals, within the Lace, set to Lucite, and a Carved, Diamond Leaf Carved, clear Lucite Lid and horseshoe sh...
Wilardy Vintage Large White Frosted Lucite Handbag - circa 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Wilardy Vintage Large White Frosted Lucite Handbag - circa 1950s. This vintage handbag is in excellent condition. Lucite bags are often not found in such a large size, this is a rare...
Wilardy Rare Vintage Clear Lucite Treasure Chest Handbag - circa 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Wilardy Rare Vintage Clear Lucite Treasure Chest Handbag - circa 1950s. This bag is in excellent condition. Measurements: Length- 4.5" Width- 5.75" Depth- 3.75" Handle Drop- 4"
Vintage 1950's hand painted Wilardy Floral Lucite bag vintage handbag
Located in Nashville, TN
A marvel to behold, this original 1950's clear lucite box bag, accented by hand painted flowers surrounded by trailing green florals, is just the statement piece to add to your vinta...
Wilardy Tortoise Lucite Handbag - Circa 60's
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Wilardy Tortoise Lucite Handbag - Circa 60's This spectacular tortoise lucite handbag has one main compartment. Has a gold round metal mesh strap and a front circular lucite with go...
Wilardy Black Lucite Mother of Pearl and Gold Travel Destination Bag, 1950s
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beginning in 1946, Wilardy is an American handbag brand specializing in small clutches and box bags made from their signature lucite. Family owned, Wilardy made its mark in the 1950s...
Vintage Rhinestone Lucite Purse After Wilardy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of vintage elegance to your collection with this stunning rhinestone-embellished Lucite purse, designed in the iconic style of Wilardy.
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H 4.25 in W 8.75 in D 8.75 in
Vintage Wilardy Mid Century Modern Pearl Lucite Jeweled Top Twisted Handle Purse
Located in Tustin, CA
Very stylish and collectible oval pearlized white lucite box purse or handbag from Wilardy Originals features an elegant twisted handle and is embellished on the top of the hinged li...
1950s Wilardy Marbelised Lemon Lucite handbag Purse
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Art Deco Lucite Handbag with Mirror by Wilardy of U.S.A.. Impressive Cream clouds colour/Pattern, fitted internally with a mirror to the full lid area, and a gilt, fluted metal decor...
1950s Jet Black shiny Lucite purse bag handbag by Wilardy
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Mid Century solid, jet Black Lucite Handbag in a double “D” Shaped ends and triangular swivel handle. Fitted with decorative, gilt edge, “snap” clasp in perfect working condition. In...
Wilardy Lucite Carmel Swirl Handbag
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Mod 1960s swirl lucite structured bag by Wilardy per the handle and closure design. The piece doesn't seem to be signed or has worn off, I have seen this exact button front on anoth...
Rare Double Opening Tortoise Lucite Purse by Wilardy Originals
Located in Lambertville, NJ
This rare and lovely Lucite purse is made of a rich tortoise style Lucite.
1950s Wilardy Pearlescent Half Moon Lucite Purse
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous 1950s Wilardy Half Moon Pearlescent Lucite Box Purse. This purse features a crescent - shaped body, with structured loop handle, and shallow lid.
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.
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Accented with a sculptural golden handle and a pair of swishy tassels, the design never went into production.
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Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.