1950s Handbags and Purses

A true beauty to behold, this original 1950's black velvet bag, embellished with silver and white glass beaded blossoms, surrounded by gold thread leaf design embroidery, is the perf...

This breathtaking 1950's lucite and gold toned metal box bag, with the most interesting cut out design, is the perfect accessory for any vintage lover. The rectangle shape of the ba...

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...

Mark Cross Alligator Fold with 14k Gold Trim from the 1950's. One exterior compartment with 3 interior slots. Each corner is crafted in 14K gold for protection. Calf leather lining. ...

This breathtaking 1950's lucite and gold toned metal box bag, in the most interesting cut out design, is the perfect accessory for any vintage lover. The rectangle shape of the bag ...

A true beauty to behold, this original 1950's micro beaded clutch bag, rendered in the smallest iridescent white rocaille beads, accented by a raised scalloped pattern throughout, in...

This intricately beaded 1950's clutch bag, on a base of white cotton voile, embellished with a swirling pattern of pearlescent rocaille beads in an undulating design, is the perfect ...

Charming Pave Crystal Change Purse, Retailed by Lancel from the 1950's. Made with bezel set crystals in silver and gold diagonal setting on a white satin base, 1950's France. 4" x 3"...

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 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...

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...

Elaborate Beaded French Evening Bag of gold seed beads with tri color cabochon and gilt bullion embroidery. Incredibly intensive Haute Couture quality hand embroidery with silk satin...

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 ...

Black alligator handbag with matching double straps and gold-tone link hardware. It has double accordion construction, a two-tone push-button closure and a wide hinged opening. The ...

1950s Art Deco Mother of pearl black doeskin suede wristlet evening bag. The elegant rectangular evening bag is framed with a border of square shaped in...

Rare Coppola e Toppo Ruby Crystal Beaded Clutch from the 1950's. Highly unusual, completely hand made and beaded with ruby plastic beads on body and glass one on clasp. Unsigned. It...

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...

Classic and very chic crocodile handbag from the 1950's made in France exclusively for Creeds, a historic Canadian department store. Structured with a double top handles and the inte...

Unbelievably chic black and white straw saucer wide brim hat and matching bag set! Features a navy blue and white woven straw on both pieces. Hat features an extra wide brim, and has...

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 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...

A sparkling statement piece to your cocktail wardrobe. This 1950's evening bag, embellished with silver and pink claw set rhinestones, in a checkerboard pattern is the perfect touch ...

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

Rendered in the most sumptuous black satin, accented by silver claw set rhinestones and gold toned metal hardware, this original 1950's handbag , is the perfect accessory for any vin...

Lovely microseed bead foldover clutch with a radiating deco pattern in gold, greys and pinks. Completely seed beaded in black on the other side. Beauti...

This wonderful 1950's beaded clutch bag, embellished with champagne pearlised plastic beads and gun metal grey glass bugle beads in a botanical design, is the perfect finishing touch...

Extremely rare Gucci vintage travel suitcase/bag 40's/50's Period Leather and textile Beige color GG Logo Double handle Zip closure Two external zip pockets Internal large pocket Cm ...

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...

Amazing center cut alligator bag in deep chestnut brown in an unusual yet modern shape. Dimensional bag has skin covered toggle and padded handles. All hardware is gilded gold with t...

A chic vintage crocodile bag by Bon Gout . This super shiny crocodile bag is large enough for todays essentials, measuring Width 13'', height 7 1/2 '', and d...

Mod orange sherbert textured bag in looped raffia from the 1960's Japan. Completely hand crochet with matching crochet handle. Bag 14" x 9" x 5", Plus 5" h...

This intricately made 1950's evening bag, embellished with black glass seed beads and small bugle beads, is the perfect piece for your accessory collection. The elegant gold toned m...

This elegant vintage 1950s black top-handle bag exudes timeless sophistication and classic style. Crafted from genuine leather, the bag features a sleek and structured silhouette, ty...

Subtly striking, this exquisite silk handbag features a muted Chinoiserie motif that would be remarkable on its own were it not upstaged by its unique figured brass top lid, which is...

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

Beautiful midcentury 1950s pearl encrusted clutch ! Features hundreds of hand-sewn pearls and beads throughout. The perfect size can fit a smartphone and some makeup. Would be perfec...

A rare Longchamps--not Longchamp--evening purse made even more noteworthy by its swirling micro bead pattern, punctuated by delicate pink and blue pavé flowers. A diminutive but powerful statement accessory. Petite chain handle evening bag with patterned gilt top frame; covered in ivory seed beads and pavé beaded flowers front and back. Open interior compartment; kiss clasp...

Super Unusual Italian Straw and Raffia Figural Bag from the 1950's. Designed in a triangular form, origami style with 2 compartments. Tiny chains suspended in the center hold the bam...

A vintage brown lizzard top handle hand bag. The bag is lined in suede , and has one zip pocket, one pouch pocket and a poppe pocket. Measurements: le...

Chic Hand Embroidered and Beaded Chinoiserie Clutch made in France from antique Chinese textile from the early 20th Century. Wonderful quality with marcasite set fern motifs with Gre...

Though it is almost 70 years old, this magnificent handbag is as lustrous and stylish as the day it was made in 1951. Best of all it is true, bright white and an ideal complement to ...

A coveted mid-century combination of both pavé beads AND petit point embroidery, this demure accessory telegraphs French sophistication and patrician breeding. Roomier than most even...

A ladylike staple accessory and a sign of good breeding, an alligator top handle bag remains as relevant today as it was a half-century ago. Pairs as effortlessly with denim and a trench as it does with a cocktail dress. This one has the very modern added benefit of being large enough to hold a 12-oz bottle of water too! Vintage alligator handbag with self-covered top frame and single top handle; interior zippered side pocket with open pocket beneath containing mirror and faux tortoise comb...

Elegant Morabito, Paris Silk Satin Triangular Form Evening Purse with leather piping. Unusual hinged faux emerald jeweled clasps on each side which open to allow complete access. Lov...

The most beautiful evening bag from the 1950s. This piece is completely encrusted in tiny jet black seed beads that are vividly contrasted by embroidered red and green roses. The frame of the bag is gold tone and black metal with small pink rose details and a scallop edge. Kiss lock closure. Black satin interior. Gold tone tubogas chain...

Elegant travel case from the Italian 1950s. the trunk is in excellent condition and is made of blue tanned leather and beige leather inserts. Applied in the trunk we find brass inserts and decoration. The trunk features the nameplate of its previous Italian owner. Claudia Mori is the wife of Adriano Celentano known Italian contante. Inside the trunk we notice in the right section five drawers removable via small leather knobs...

Classic vintage 1950s Louis Vuitton duffle bag. Perfect for weekend trips, this LV monogram print duffle is made with saddle leather and brass hardware and wrapped in the iconic Loui...

Schitz, Paris rare black crocodile frame handbag with gold hardware from 1953. Schitz was a leather goods shop in Paris retailing luggage, handba...

A throwback to the days when a woman touched up her lipstick at the table, this jeweled compact throws prisms in even the dimmest light. Its oval cente...

1950s Koret coral color seed beaded handbag with beaded handle, seed bead looped fringe bottom and cobalt blue silk satin lining. Excellent condition. Medium...

Elegant and magnificent pair of Parchment and crocodile suitcases from the great Chloé manufacture. The suitcases date from the late 1950s. The pair of suitcases have a rigid frame covered in yellow parchment and their greatest beauty is its crocodile leather lined corners and stitching. Even the handles are made of crocodile leather with some details. We note that the padlocks and its locks are made of brass with excellent patina. The cases inside are refreshed with Chloé-branded satin fabric with various inserts for storing small travel items. In the inferior tub we find two leather belts that help the wardrobe from swinging inside the suitcase. The pair consists of a slightly larger and a slightly smaller suitcase...

Charming and unusual French Feathered Bird Compact from the 1950's. A pair of charming feathered birds are perched on a patinaed branch and set under a glass dome with a mirrored in...

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

In the golden era of the 1950s, a time when travel was an art form and sophistication was paramount, there existed a masterpiece of luggage craftsmanship: the Samsonite leather suitcase. A testament to an era of elegance, this suitcase is more than just a piece of luggage; it's a symbol of an era that cherished style, quality, and attention to detail. Crafted from the finest brown leather, this vintage Samsonite suitcase...

Italian Silver Floral Etched Minaudiere from the 1950's. Heavy handmade construction with compartments for lipstick and powder and other items. Unmarked 800 silver. Crack in mirror. ...

Authentic, pre-owned Louis Vuitton brown monogram Boite Flacons beauty train trunk case. The original square shape of this beauty case in monogram canvas is reinforced with golden br...

Petite gold mesh bag by Whiting & Davis with wrist strap and curved gold metal frame itch engraved initials "WMF".

Evans Mini Suede "Suitcase" Minaudiere from the 1950's. Black antelope suede is used on front, back and handle with a gilt pave floral spray as a center medallion. 2 interior sectio...