20th Century Evening Bags and Minaudières

CHRISTIAN DIOR France extremely rare vanity compact & lipstick holder c 1960 The opulent vanity compact is encrusted with a collection of glittering blue crystals in various shapes ...

Italian miniature tiny card case style mini shoulder bag c 1990s The charming tiny card case shoulder bag is covered with embossed black leather Designed in the style of a miniature...

Badgley Mischka Vintage Entirely covered in purple/green iridescent glass beads Top handle NWT's but one handle needs to be re-stitched as pictured Otherwise perfect Measurements in ...

Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Grey tones Silver hardware Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: usable inside space: length 5....

Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Iridescent lilac purple with pinks Ornate silver hardware and unique chain Pristine Measurements in in...

Exceptional and Adorable Authentic Hermès Micro Kelly Rare item, a must-have for any Hermès lovers Sellier Version (outside stitching) for a rigid shape...

Badgley Mischka Vintage Gold hardware Floral embellished pattern Envelope style Excellent Condition, oxidation on the chain Measurements in inches laying flat: length 9, height 5 (4 ...

This beautiful 1920's beaded bag, showcases the most intricate and beautiful beadwork. Rendered in a sparkling cobalt blue glass beaded background which contours a vibrant red flower...

Gucci Italy Rare opulent gold plated minaudiere' clutch c 1970s The elegant gold metal clutch is designed with a green leather embossed band that r...

YVES SAINT LAURENT - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1975-1980 under the artistic direction of Yves Saint Laurent. Colorful trimming belt bag with pompoms. Signature on a shell pla...

Opulent mother of pearl crystal lizard encrusted artisan clutch purse c 1970s The exquisite artisan clutch is designed with an organic mother of pearl clam shell Embellished with a sinuous crystal lizard; surrounded with a collection of sea shells & a glass coral branch The clam shell is framed with a gilt metal border. Dangling from the base is a silky fringe tassel. The compact size interior is lined with brown cloth Makes a beautiful accessory perfect for weddings & holidays The back exterior side has a foil label embossed Margaret Bloom Measurements: The length across the furthest section measures 6.75 inches The height measured from the center clasp to the base = 3.75 inches excluding the fringe tassel The compact size interior will accommodate a few small size essentials i.e. folded paper...

This exquisite 1940s French evening bag is a stunning example of mid-century craftsmanship, featuring an intricate scalloped pattern of shimmering black glass seed beads and elongate...

Opulent mother of pearl crystal encrusted evening bag- compact case designed by Eligin c 1950s The elegant evening purse - cosmetic case is designed with exotic mother of pearl tiles throughout the exterior The lid cover is encrusted with collection of aquamarine glittering crystals accented with a floral motif in the center. The interior is designed with a pair of rouge & face powder compartments. The gilt metal lid covers are adorned with art deco style leaping gazelles Paired with a brown cloth carrying case suspended from a hand strap The elegant case may be carried as a chic clutch style purse separately without the carrying case Designed by Eligin American Measurements: The length of the mother of pearl case...

A spectacular midnight blue carnival glass beaded round box purse. The handbag has vertical raised pleats around it's circumference, a round base ...

Evans Opulent gilt metal guilloche enamel evening bag - compact case c 1950s The elegant gold metal case has an etched sun burst finish. The front exterior panel is adorned with a guilloche floral enamel plaque The evening bag - case is carried with a mesh handle strap that may slide over the wrist The interior is designed with two separate compartments. One of the compartments is designed with a vanity mirror, rouge powder compartment, and a lipstick holder The other interior compartment is designed as a cigarette compartment, This could be adapted into a compartment to place credit cards and paper currency...

Absolutely Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Purse Absolutely divine, a jewel Made in France Stamp A in square (1997) Made of shiny niloticus croco...

A gorgeous rich black silk velvet handbag with rounded deep orange Bakelite top handles. It has a gently curved top and gold clasp closure. The bag is lined in black silk with 2 Ins...

This is a late 1980s vintage DOONEY & BOURKE calvary mini crossbody bag. This denim blue pebbled all weather leather bag has English tan trim. The brass DB fob is attached. It co...

This is a classy 1940s Guild Creations wool hand bag with zip closure. This solid black wool fabric purse is high lighted with a wave shaped gold-tone metal engraved frame and set wi...

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Black matte satin egg shaped clutch - shoulder bag c 1980s The elegant black satin evening bag is adorned with a cluster of clear diamante' crystals encrusted in ...

Absolutely Beautiful Authentic Hermès Bag "Padlock" Purse Very rare ! Asymmetrical cut of the flap for a chic and elegant rendering Made in France Stamp N in a circle (1984) Pu...

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Gilt metal evening bag Made in Italy c 1970 The opulent minaudiere purse is designed with an exotic gold metal panther's head The ey...

CHANEL - 1997 Spring-Summer ready-to-wear 'Horse style' Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Transparent and blue faceted pearl bag with a crossbody strap deco...

A glamorous vintage Butler & Wilson crystal evening purse, reflecting the brand’s reputation for bold, theatrical glamour. Founded in London in 1972, Butler & Wilson became s...

Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished minaudière with sequins, crystals, and beading Photographs more iridescent purple than it actually looks in real life Gold and silver colo...

Created in the late 1970s to early 1980s by legendary designer Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., this exceptional sterling silver mesh evening bag...

DIOR - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1998 under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Scanbrown mink purse bag with a sliding link fastener made of brown trimming and golden m...

AZZARO - Ready-to-wear collection circa 1970 under the artistic direction of Loris Azzaro. Evening bag in gray crocheted knit and silver lurex thread, embellished with matching sequ...

Created in 1981 by legendary designer Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. this exceptional horsewhip necklace represents one of the most sculptural and collectible periods of Peretti...

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...

Lovely Edwardian Beauvais Embroidered Bag from the turn of the 20th century in France. Lavishly hand embroidered with roses on black silk faille wi...

Wonderful, large 1920's Czech Jeweled Mesh Purse of the largest scale and finest quality relined by famed, Art Bag of Madison Ave. NY. Jeweled frame with...

Tiffany and Company Art Deco evening bag of antique Chinese textile mounted onto engraved Art Deco gold washed sterling silver mounts. Dot and da...

Beautiful 1950s golden fully beaded evening clutch ! Features thousands of hand-sewn beads throughout the entire bag. Lined in yellow satin. One ...

Art Deco Evening Bag of sterling silver set with precious stones such as aquamarines, emeralds and rubies in the Neoclassical taste. The tightly gathered pouch body of the bag is of...

HARRY ROSENFELD Opulent gilt metal lion evening bag Made in Italy The lavish gold metal cylinder evening bag is adorned with a pair of ornate lion emblems on each exterior side The stylized lions are designed with intricate silver metal faces with sinuous gilt metal manes...

French Art Deco Anglo Indian evening clutch bag composed of a patchwork of 19th century silk lame sari fabrics of various floral patterns with clasp of a...

Lovely and Rare Authentic Hermès Clutch Called "Padlock" due to the Padlock Shaped clasp Very rare ! A-line shape of the purse and asymmetrical cut of the flap for a chic and eleg...

Rare Gripoix Glass Haute Couture purse from the 1980's. A Chanel design, but made in custom colorations. Our Chanel Haute Couture client ordered these purses directly from Maison Gri...

Art Deco Sapphire and Ruby Set Micro Bead Bag from the 1940's set in sterling silver. Dozens of hand set rubies and sapphires are set in an openwork floral pattern. Plunger stone appears to be a green tourmaline. Open work back is elaborately hand etched silver. Exquisite craftsmanship with the frame, hand made in Italy with the micro glass bead hand base...

A glamorous statement piece, perfect for vintage collectors or anyone channeling a retro Hollywood or Studio 54 evening look. It pairs gorgeously with a silk slip dress or a tailored...

Elegant Dolce & Gabbana evening bag made in Italy, dating from the late 1990s to the early 2000s, a perfect expression of the Maison's sensual and sophisticated aesthetic. The design...

A gorgeous black glass carnival bead triangular box purse. It has a twisted top handle, gold metal ball clasp closure, elaborate gold metal filigree frame and silk lining with 2 inn...

Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 1998 mini bag Grey silk and black floral lace Embossed leather handle Matching wallet attached Measurements: 18x12x6 cm handle drop 18 cm 8x4.75x2.25 in hand...

Art Deco Jeweled Bakelite Minaudiere. Black Celluloid with blue bakelite fittings and sapphire crystal inlay. Large black silk tassel conceals lipstick...

St John embossed vinyl diminutive size handbag - shoulder bag c 1990 The stylish compact size rounded purse is covered with embossed patent black vinyl that emulates reptile skin Designed with a sleek gilt metal latch clasp mechanism. Adorned with a gilt metal plaque inscribed St John on the front exterior. Paired with a detachable gilt metal shoulder strap chain Transitions from a small size handbag; transitions into a stylish compact size shoulder bag carried with the gilt metal chain strap The compact size interior is lined black coated vinyl Paired with a St John...

Small unsigned bag in glossy black exotic leather (crocodile), with a simple flap closure secured by a snap and adorned with a silver-tone metal logo. The interior is lined in black ...

Elegant black faille 90s evening bag from the Italian label Casadei. The perfect size for a night out (yes, it fits a phone). Cascading simulated faceted crystal handle. Magnetic sna...

Beautiful Art Deco Jeweled Czech Minaudiere from the 1920's. A bronze filigree cage is set with paste jewels and enamel with a black velvet backing in th...

Rodo gold-tone metal clutch bag featuring gold-tone metal woven, a claps opening, a rectangular shape, a gold tone leather lining, and inside red stamped signature and an inside pock...

Rare vintage Whiting & Davis Co. gold mesh chainmail purse with frame that features a centralized face among leaves and flowers. It has a gold chain t...

Nina Ricci 1980s Vintage Sparkly Bag This Nina Ricci vintage bag has a sparkly beaded design with small colorful details. It comes with a thin silver chain strap and a soft, flexible...

This rare 1990s Chanel minaudière is a quintessential example of the house’s transition into modern evening luxury under the creative direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Designed for the mo...

Ornate brass metal cherub emblem black cloth evening bag c 1950s The elegant midcentury evening bag is adorned with a brass repousse plaque with a ...

A stunning, near-flawless mid-century masterwork from Whiting & Davis, the definitive American pioneer of luxury metal mesh. This evening bag captures the sophisticated glitz of ...

A gorgeous black silk clutch purse elaborately embroidered with a bird and flowers on the front and back. it has a gold metal frame, top snap closur...

An exceptional mid-century accessory, this rare Wadsworth minaudière, coined “Pandora”, is crafted from gold-tone metal and features an elegant black jet bead design adorning the top...

A beautiful black suede minaudiere compact wallet evening bag. It has a top handle with suede fringe tassels on the ends, a gold metal top snap butto...

Saks Fifth Avenue Italian gilt metal crystal medallion minaudiere' evening bag c 1980s The elegant gold metal evening bag has a satin matte fini...

USA purchase ONLY Real Authentic Genuine Snakeskin cannot cross customs Badgley Mischka FW00 Runway Vintage Authentic snakeskin micro bag Exquisite beadwork with crystals and other ...