20th Century Novelty Bags

Unusual Faux Pearl Beaded Bag from the 1960's with vintage enameled Indian lion head finials. Pouch shape with one snap closure, lining was replaced at a late...

1950s Whimsical wicker race horse handbag designed by Atlas of Miami The retro vinyl wicker structured handbag is carried with a pair of resin plastic swi...

Italian Inlaid Specimen Wood Minaudiere by Helietta Caracciolo from the 1980's. Wonderful quality Italian manufacture with both front and back inset with different colored spliced wo...

Extremely rare whimsical wicker three dimensional monkey handbag c 1960 The charming midcentury wicker handbag is designed with an endearing monkey figure Carried with a matching wicker handle designed with the monkey's cinched arms The face is distinguished with black matte enamel detail; paired with resin button eyes Secures with a gilt metal latch mechanism. The interior is lined in vinyl stamped: Marcus Brothers...

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...

Rafael Sanchez Minaudiere of copper leaf woven rattan with elaborate tassel and bead decoration from the 1970's. Asian overtones with the ombre, braided silk cording mixed with resi...

Timmy Wood's Beverly Hills carved wood artisan lion head shoulder bag The hand-carved wood lion head shoulder bag is constructed from fallen trees in the Philippines That can take ...

A gorgeous black glass seed beaded handbag in a great wave pattern by Josef. It has a top handle, silk lining with a pocket and a gold clasp top closu...

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...

1950s Princess Charming by Atlas vinyl wicker horse themed handbag The charming retro handbag is designed with a cloth & burlap panel on the front exterior encased in vinyl The clo...

Use it as a make-up bag, jewelry case , or carry as a hand bag. This is a rare and unique canvas and leather, blue and white, trotter pattern bag with model #CM0018. There is a zip a...

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

Extraordinary vintage 80s black vinyl record album two sided crocodile / alligator embossed handbag! One side features a Jennifer Holliday record, ...

Charming top Handled Gold Leatherette Box Bag with pave and enamel tiger head clasp retailed at Saks Fifth Ave. in the 1960's.

Whimsical woven wicker gambling themed retro top handle handbag c 1960 The quirky fun vintage handbag is decorated with a collection of gambling themed items; playing cards, dice, chips & small metal replica coins The collection of gambling items...

Wadsworth black antelope suede and gilt metal surealist figural minaudière. The early camera shape with attached strap handle, interior mirror,and multiple fitted compartments. 195...

A gorgeous large needlepoint handbag in a green, yellow and red abstract pattern on a black background. It has a shapely black Lucite frame, doubl...

1990's Moschino vintage large beach ball leather wristlet. Features a multicolored pattern with gold tone hardware. Zip closure. Wrist strap Interior coin purse zippered...

Hermes Vintage Rouge Box Calf Leather Mangeoire Bucket Bag with scarf in fair condition. Deep rouge box calf leather trimmed with golden brass hardware in classic mangeoire holey buc...

Early and unusual Judith Leiber Pave Shoulder Bag in silver kid leather with applied 3-D bombe, pave owl heads. Unusual design with charming figural accent...

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 masks are framed with leafy foliage The handle and sides are designed with olive green leather. The interior is lined in chartreuse taffeta with twin slip pockets and a zipper compartment The chic retro needlepoint handbag...

Charming and Rare Rosenfeld Victorian Style Jewelry Casket Purse from the 1960's. Designed as an etched gilt brass casket with quilted velvet interior and cool plexiglass cover. Gilt...

Beautiful 1920s bronze and brown fully beaded evening bag! The perfect alternative to a clutch! This rare gem features two gold metal chains, and can be adjusted to wear long or shor...

Mid Century Novelty Wicker Seaside Themed Bag from the 1950's. Made in Hong Kong for a resort shop in Hollywood, Florida. White wicker with a sea scape of shells, coral and faux pear...

1960's Pierre Cardin mod, op art style black and white seed beaded evening bag with oblong chain link strap that can be tucked inside the hard frame clasp or worn lady-bag style. Bot...

One of the most scarce Coco Chanel handbags - black quilted suede and kidskin lamb leather in a half-moon shape, with a gilt-metal woven leather c...

This stunning Chanel gold satin silk evening bag with gold camellia detail is the perfect accessory for anyone's closet. Featuring a crystal encrusted Camellia, handle drop and small...

Simultaneously delicate and sturdy, this unusual box purse provides a glimpse of its contents via openwork filigree sides, while a clear Lucite platf...

Mod avant-garde embossed black vinyl large shoulder bag c 1980s The large scale embossed vinyl attache style bag is designed with a telephone receiver on top that serves as the handl...

Post-war suburban gold, this nostalgic box purse is a beautiful, functional conversation piece thanks to its sizeable interior and clever double decker design. The Lucite lid flips open to reveal a tray, beneath which is hidden a second “underground” compartment opened by a spring latch beside the clasp. Unlike most box purses with a single, cavernous interior compartment, this one keeps all your necessities neat and in place. Poodle skirt...

Yves Saint Laurent detailed black calfskin handbag features a large "Horn" with silver hardware handle. This handbag is accented througho...

Rare mid 1970s ILEENE REEVES hand painted plexiglass novelty handbag! Features fairies, flowers, mushrooms and daisies throughout. Secure front closure. Interior features a mirror on...

An exquisite handbag. Using an original 1920s French celluloid frame, a beautiful crafted handbag of original black patterned silk has been made anew for the bag. The frame imitates carved ivory (as did many early celluloid/Bakelite pieces from the 1920s, think of the jewelled snake bracelets...

A charming and highly decorative handbag, made from golden/amber silk velvet, which has a veil, or netting, layer over the top , giving a delicacy and depth to the handbag. Topped w...

Chanel 1994 Vintage Quilted Lambskin Duma Micro Mini Backpack Rucksack Production Year: 1994, {Vintage 30 Years} Black quilted lambskin leather One small exterior flap pocket with g...

1990S JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Copper Leather Backpack Bag

Collector’s item chanel vintage heart vanity in black patent with gold hardware. Original condition. No touch ups or recoloring. Slight cloudiness to the ...

Hands-down the most clever, unusual and sculptural evening bag we’ve seen, this extremely collectable handbag resembles a miniature 1930s steamer trunk—if steamer trunks had been surrounded by 24-karat gold plate filigree, that is. This incredible bag’s front face unlatches and lays flat to reveal a mirror on its interior face, an elastic band to hold its original comb and comb sleeve, and a series of padded silk moiré interior drawers and compartments. A handbag worthy of a trip on the Queen Mary...

Chanel Rare Vintage Iridescent Pearl Lambskin Quilted Mini Belt Waist Bum Bag Fanny Pack 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold hardware CC Turnlock closure Foldover flap 6.1" W x 4.7" H x 1....

Charming Seed Bead Art Deco Bag with Crystals from the 1920's. Hand beaded with Art Deco patterns of seed beads with collet set crystals. Hard frame on t...

MM handbag c.1960s in dark pink, the leather featuring horizontal, curved stitching resulting in a quilted effect. The faux tortoise handles echo the shape of the bag and snap together to close. A coordinating faille interior has an attached money purse...

Chanel 90's unisex butter lambskin small black weekender bag. Handle drop 5.5". Shoulder drop 15.25". Comes with hologram, id card and original dust cover.

Despite its deceptively small size, this pochette remains exceptionally roomy thanks to its fully opening center change purse-style pocket and two side compartments. Petite but practical, the hand-strung polished wood beads create texture and interest for evening, while the velvety chenille ground lends playfulness for day. Deadstock double top handle bag of black chenille punctuated with black wood beads all over surface and handles. Interior features three total compartments including one center compartment with kiss lock clasp closure, plus one side pocket in another compartment. Fully lined in black velvet; plain chenille bottom with protective brass feet. fabric: chenille, wood, goldtone metal noteworthy: clean with compressed air repairs: none condition: deadstock with original tags measurements: width: 7” at narrowest, 9 ½” at widest height: 7” depth: 4” bottom gusset; expands to about 6” when filled mouth: opens to 8” handle: 4” drop label: Walborg (made in Japan by...

Charming Judith Leiber Gold Kid Asian style purse from the 1980's. Designed as an incense pot or hand warmer in gilt metal with gold leather body and trim. Retailed by Saks Fifth Ave...

This wonderful 1940's navy blue velvet and pearl decorated hat and matching bag set, are the perfect ode to the winter season. The pixie design of the hat, boasts a rounded wire fra...

Presenting a rare punk-inspired mini backpack designed by Gianni Versace for his Spring/Summer 1994 collection. Multiple variations of this bag were worn in various looks in the season's runway presentation and the ad campaign on Linda Evangelista, shot by Richard Avedon. This bag is covered in the house's iconic Medusa safety pins, made famous by the safety pin dress worn by Elizabeth...

Lovely gold plated flower filigree handbag, with a black lucite lid and clear lucite handle and bottom. Measuring width 18.9 cm / 7.4 inches by height 7.4 cm / 2.9 inches. The handle...

Chic vintage NICOLE MILLER 90s (1991) Tubular novelty bag! Brand new with original tags still attached. Chic novelty print with cosmetic theme. Prints of lipstick, blush, makeup brushes...

1950s Woven Panama Straw Drawstring Pouch Purse W/ Pastel Seashell Embellishment

A stunning silk brocade clutch with intricately painted tiles of people along the top. The patterned brocade has Asian figures, birds and flowers in be...

Chanel Vintage Caviar 1990s CC Drawstring Rucksack The backpack features gold Chanel CC logos along the bottom trim, gold hardware and two lengthy leather shoulder straps. The flap...

Vintage Chanel black lambskin quilted medallion fanny pack 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold hardware Lambskin lined Adjustable clasp belt with max 40" 4” H x 9” W x 3” D Made in France

Vintage black leather clutch bag designed by Parisi in the 1990s, made in Italy. The clutch bag is entirely made of black leather, clutch ...

Chanel 1994 Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare Silver-tone metal Chanel vintage round sunglasses with faux pearl trim at frames and arms, adjustable nose pads and tin...

Chanel Lime Quilted quilted small lambskin backpack with interwoven chain straps 1990's Gold hardware Lime green lambskin Diamond quilting Signature interlocking CC turn-lock fast...

Satin Minaudiere in wine silk retailed by Bergdorf Goodman. Round form with long strap. Pave cube clasp. 6" x 6" x 2.25". Strap 42". 1980's Italy.

Crafted from brown leather with contrast dark brown leather lining, this bag is elevated with gold-tone hardware. Finished with Trussardi logo printed canvas lining and a removable m...

EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's Multicolored Velvet Abstract Printed Top Handle Mini Hand Bag Brand / Manufacturer: Emilio Pucci Circa: 1960's Style: Structured t...