1930s Handbags and Purses

A charmingly unique 1930’s Austrian petit point handbag with double compartments and coordinating accessories including a powder compact, cigarette case and mirror. It has a flat si...

Rare Trylon Perisphere Novelty Purse, made of custom created tapestry for the 1939 World's Fair. 6" x 6", Strap has 4" drop. 1930's USA.

1930's beaded handbag in an unusually large size with an amazing mosaic of micro and seed glass beads. The intricate mix of beads provides a multi dimensional look to the floral des...

A vintage silk & rhinestone purse. Featuring a black exterior set with a geometric rhinestone pattern. Finished with cream silk on the interior. Vinta...

Fabulous white caviar beaded evening bag with an over-the-top jewel set frame by Hobe. The bag is hand sewn with tiny white 'caviar' glass beads. The top of the bag is pleated at the...

These is a delightful clutch bag, made from a beautiful Art Deco silk fabric, and piped in grey silk. The frame is of an off white/cream carved Bakelite with motifs of leaves and flo...

NOTE: THIS ITEM CAN ONLY BE SHIPPED TO ARIZONA ADDRESSES As ingenious as it is rare and beautiful, this tortoiseshell clutch includes an open suede carrying sleeve that allows it to...

Amazing Art Deco Chinese Bag with Rose Quartz and Fluorite decoration. Antique quilted silk textile likely 19th Century reimagined into a long clutch form ba...

Vintage Art Deco Hermes Fitted Gentlemans Travelling Grooming Case A Superb and very rare piece, the case is made in good Quality Brown leather hide, ...

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

Lovely Art Deco bag with black, yellow, red, green and mauve beads and a cream celluloid frame. Measuring maximum width 16 cm / 6.29 inches and height 17 ...

Art Deco Fruit Salad Volupte Compact from the 1930's. Pastel Trifari glass "fruits" on an enameled metal base, Original fittings unused, however, some ...

A bygone bauble of extreme rarity and beauty, this Celluloid reticule is a brilliant example of Art Deco craftsmanship. Large enough for only a lipstick, a key and some “mad money,” it is nevertheless a statement accessory that can stand up to the most exquisite evening gown. A collectible museum piece that belies its near century of history. Celluloid dagger minaudière with silk bottom tassel and silk rope top handle with caviar bead ball finial. Front face features diagonal row of 15 crystal clear rhinestones surrounded by Art Deco engraving...

Charming Art Deco Bakelite Bag in a black ribbed cotton rayon blend. An applejuice hand carved bakelite handle is used and a snap closure keeps flap in pl...

Amazing Art Deco Black Calf Top Handle Bag with elaborate chased chrome frame and leather ruffle accents. Incredible novelty design. 1930's USA.

Custom made leather suitcase with applied center cayman panel. Canvas lining with center compartment divider.

1930s black twill evening hand bag with Art Deco carved lucite closure and pull tab. The body of the purse is lined in black twill and has a built-in coin purse. The entire bag is fi...

1930s Black Art Deco hand back with intricate decorative knife pleating in a zig-zag pattern on both sides of the bag. The handle has matching pleats and the inside frame/closure is ...

Rare Collectible High Art Deco Bakelite Dog Calf Leather Clutch from the 1930's by Virginia Bags. A carved and patinaed futurist bakelite dog is anchored ...

Exquisite gold and black opera glasses with lovely petit point detail. The glasses are in a beautiful petit point case, which is edged in gold leather and ...

A rare and exceptional Art Deco Triangular Prism Minaudiere from the 1930s. Featuring a glorious amount of detail. Including a section for make up, cigarettes and notes/dance card. T...

Art Deco Pleated Black Leather Clutch with lucite toggle clasp. Large scale with mini knotted handles. Body is vertically pleated. Large cool scale. Satin lining. 1930's USA. 14" x...

Chinese blue silk evening bag, with embroidery to the front and back, and featuring a wonderful rooster design. The bag has a cord strap and tassels, and there is an embossed gold tone frame and snap clasp. The stunning decoration is hand stitched and hand embroidered with gold thread and a few colours. Approximate measurements are length 20.3cm / 8 inches, height 13.9cm / 5.47 inches, and depth 2.9cm / 1.14 inch. Inside, the gold fabric lining has a pocket. The bag is in very good condition. There is some minor wear to the bottom corners, and the cord. The lining has a stain. There is a small area of fabric next to the frame, where the stitching has come loose. This is a really beautiful Chinese blue silk vintage bag with gold thread, circa 1930s. The Chinese rooster...

1930s Cocoa Brown Silk Velvet Purse/Muff with detailed ruching along the top and arm openings. The top has a zippered compartment with an etched celluloid zipper-pull and brass links...

Black Suede and Bakelite Minaudiere from the 1930's. Completely outfitted as a vanity case with compartments for every need (from that period). The borders of the metal frame and c...

Late 1930s to early 1940s brown Art Deco cordé purse with brass hardware frame and extra-wide arm handle. The bag is lined with brown twill and and has two pockets.

Art Deco French clutch of sensual bezel set pave rhinestone mesh "fabric", lined in silk satin. 1930s France. 7" x 4.5" Very Good Condition.

A spectacular multi-color, oversized, 1930's beaded clutch in pristine condition is a very rare find. This bag is 7" high by 13" wide. The colors are bright and cheerful, adding not ...

1930s Quilted trapunto hand bag made of a black twill frame made of a brass. The top of the frame is finished with a clear Art Deco closure and extra wide handles. The interior is li...

Elegant, tailored Art Deco clutch of deerskin from the 1930's by Tiffany. Beautiful sleek lines with a double clasped interior compartment lined in silk moire. Deep wine color. 9" x 6" x 2" with original mirror and pochette card case. Tiffany 1930...

Late 1930s to early 1940s Brown oversized faux alligator envelop handbag with covered wooden clasp closure. The interior is lined with a brown twill with several pockets and a small personalized card...

A beautiful bag made from cream enamelled segments all interlocked, in the style of Whiting and Davis, with a bold hand carved cream Bakelite frame and chain handle, with stylised fl...

Czechoslovakian beaded evening bag with pearl accents and zip up top. Measurements Size: 6.5 in x 4 in Good Vintage Condition: Please remember all...

Exceptional art deco black grosgrain fabric and tapestry bag with hand-stitched floral needlework motive which features on both sides. The frame is solid...

Very rare 1930's brown leather suitcase with 2 leather straps and on both sides shipping Cunard White star labels. Inside is made from tartan f...

This is a stunning beaded clutch from the 20th century American designer Hattie Carnegie. The bag is draped and gathered and the beads flow as if they were liquid. There is a metal ...

- Beautiful embroidered Chinese scent pouch. - From the late 19th century (Qing/Ch'ing Dinasty) - Blue Silk with lovely floral embroidery on both sides - Silk tassel elements - These...

Unusually beaded evening bag of vibrant red and blue beads in a wave pattern outlined in black with a filigree metal frame and thin metal chain handle. Lined in pale green taffeta.

Carved Bakelite Art Deco Compact of finely carved and ribbed, butterscotch bakelite with concentric rings and a focal deeply carved blooming daisy. Chr...

Art Deco novelty suede purse with dual feature of concealed makeup kit in the base. Opening with a clasp underneath is a mirror and room for powder and rouge. Ingenious novelty bag...

- Beautiful embroidered Chinese scent pouch. - From the late 19th century (Qing/Ch'ing Dinasty) - Crafted in pure silk - In the shape of a double gourd vase. - Intricated filigre...

1930s Whiting and Davis iridescent red mesh purse. Metal zip closure and interior pocket.

- Beautiful embroidered Chinese scent pouch. - From the late 19th century (Qing/Ch'ing Dinasty) - Red Silk with lovely embroidery on both sides - Silk tassel elements - These charmin...

Art Deco silk brocade clutch set with genuine cabochons of coral in wonderfully vibrant natural tones. Leaf and shot work surround the gilt bronze frame. Each stone measures approx 1...

Beaded pouch purse in royal blue beads with loop beaded fringe and overlay beading in gunmetal. Drawstring closure in twisted rope.

Incredibly Rare Vintage 1930s Hermès brown genuine alligator handbag. Two handles. Gold-tone metal hinged frame and hardware. Metal and alligator clasp at top. Interior has two main...

A rare and extraordinary Hermès pochette from the 1930s. Fashioned in dark brown calf leather, and a silver hinged clasp keeps it secure. The interior is fitted with several useful...

An intricately carved Bakelite frame from the 1930s, with stylised flower and branch motifs, is attached to a black silk velvet clutch , which is piped in black silk, to create this ...