1960s Handbags and Purses

This truly magnificent early 1960's large velvet handbag, rendered in a divine shade of deep cerulean blue and rich jewel tone colours depicting two red birds, surrounded by plush foliage and flowers, is a rare piece to behold. The rectangular shape of the bag, is set off by a gold toned metal frame, which boast a central lift lock clasp. The bag opens to a black rayon satin lining, with a large central compartment and small side pocket, beneath a zip locked pocket. Finished with a white gold toned metal chain handle. The front and back of the handbag feature the same velvet design. Label: Bobbie Jerome...

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...

Stunning 1960s black and gold beaded Italian evening bag! Intricate gold chain can be worn on the shoulder, or crossbody. Snaps shut to secure all your belongings. Fits more than re...

Rare and iconic 1960s Paco Rabanne gold and silver metal chain link evening bag ! A true statement piece that successfully completes any outfit. In great condition Made in Italy Mea...

This very beautiful cream bag, with iridescent cream sequins and white beads, was made in British Hong Kong, circa 1960s. It has silver tone fittings, with a rhinestone double clasp,...

Alligator Grained Leather Clutch from the 1960's with gilt enamel clasp with crystal and faux pearl accents. Made by Lewis, NY. 1960's USA. 8.5" x 5.5" x 1.75".

This vintage handbag from the 1960s is a sophisticated example of mid-century elegance. Crafted from glossy black leather, the bag features a refined texture that enhances its timele...

Step back in time to 1947, when the legendary house of Gucci introduced one of its most iconic creations: the Bamboo Bag. This vintage masterpiece, crafted from stunning brown pigskin leather, perfectly embodies the timeless elegance and innovation that has come to define the Gucci brand. Designed in response to wartime shortages, the bamboo handle was not only a symbol of resourcefulness but also an emblem of Gucci's craftsmanship. It's believed that Aldo Gucci, after a trip to London, brought back the idea for this design, marking a significant shift from the soft, unstructured bags of the past to a more rigid, refined style. Handmade with care, the bamboo handle was shaped over a flame, each curve telling the story of a time when artisanship was key. The bag features a front flap, gold-tone hardware, and the signature bamboo turn-lock, elevating it to a true collector's item. The interior is lined with rich beige leather and offers ample storage with a zip pocket, a button-close pocket, and an open compartment, all meticulously designed for both form and function. This stunning piece also boasts the 'Made in Italy by Gucci' embossed inside, a reminder of its heritage and craftsmanship. A rare find, this vintage Gucci Bamboo Bag is more than just an accessory-it's a piece of fashion history. The actual retail price of the Gucci 1947...

Beautiful never worn 1960s Belgium made hand beaded silk evening hand bag / purse. Thousands of gold and bronze beads throughout, in an abstract pattern. Lined in gorgeous golden sil...

Charming collectible 1960's Woven Figural Fish Bag hand made in Hong Kong of white and gold plasticized nylon filament. Flap closure with turn lock. Really cool with cotton muslin lining and gilt fins added for detail. Perfect summer bag...

This tactile gold minaudiere clutch bag was retailed by Goubaud de Paris, a luxury perfume and beauty salon on Fifth Avenue, New York. The beaut...

House of Grimaldi black glossy crocodile skin frame bag from the 1960s. Top handle with a push snap lock and interesting metal cord details through metal grommets at the left and rig...

It is an extremely rare vintage jewelry case ,beauty case or train case made by Goyard. It features its famous "chevrons" woven canvas, brass locks and leather top handle. Its dark b...

Stunning and rare Hermes bag from the 1960s. Crafted from a structured glossy toffee brown colour crocodile skin with contrasting warm gold tone metal hardware. Interesting square cl...

Custom Silk Satin Clutch with Malachite and Coral from the 1960's. Emerald silk satin is lined in peach satin with antique clasp of Asian origin with coral cabs and a large genuine malachite slab...

Preowned, vintage Hermes Sac de Mangeoire bag, likely made in the 1960s. Made from black box calf leather, its unique shape was originally inspired by French horse feeding troughs, ...

Charming 3 Dimensional Elaborately Beaded Floral 1960's Bag from Korea. Interesting "hard" bag shape design with elaborate beaded florals all over, even the handle. Silvered filigree...

This crocodile leather bag was retailed by British luxury accessories label Asprey in the 1960s and was possibly made by the leather goods firm and luxury House, Gucci. We have see...

Elegant black alligator evening bag in diminutive size with jet paste detailing. The caps of the handle and the clasp are studded with jet rhinestones, Lin...

1960's Chain Gilt Chainmail Mesh Shoulder Bag by Raoul Calabro. Hand linked 2 toned gold textured chain link with metallic gold leatherette liner. Long shoulder strap for shoulder or...

This rare shell minaudiere from Marguerite Stix has a ruby cabochon and large blister pearl for the clasp and a gold washed frame. It is signed Stix on both sides of the clasp and the interior is lined with chamois. It is in excellent condition. Marguerite Stix was born in Vienna and although she was too young to be a member of the Wiener Werkstatte she nevertheless became a protege of Josef Hoffman at a very young age. She worked as a sculptor and artist in Vienna until she was forced to flee the German invasion of Austria in 1938. She fled to Paris where she began designing a line of ceramic pins...

Authentic, preowned, vintage Bonnie Cashin for Coach 'Small Double Header' tote bag with chain straps, likely made in the late 60s. Made from smooth tan harness leather, it features ...

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...

A chic biscuit colour top handle vintage crocodile handbag. The bag has a central clasp and internally there are two pouch pockets and one zi...

Charming Lizard Mini Purse from the 1960's retailed by Alexanders. Charming design made in Italy with top handle and outer pocket. Suede lining, 1960's Italy. 7.5" x 6.5" high x 3" h...

Vintage leather suitcase "Les Must de Cartier" burgundy Bordeaux luggage. Cartier maroon leather with zip around and gold-tone hardware suitca...

Rare Pierre Cardin Sculptural Top Handle Patent Leather Logo Bag from the 1960's. Really unusual collectible bag with arched gilt metal handle in the fo...

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...

Striking Christian Dior French Glass Enamel Compact and Lipstick from the 1960's likely by Camille Faure of Limoges, France. The house of Dior ha...

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...

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...

Glamour magazine clutch with leather strap closure. Trompe L'oiel clutch with a practical side. 1970s USA. Excellent condition.

A chic vintage evening bag by Rene Mancini. In black satin with a flap over front with popper fastening, and an internal pouch pocket. The bag has attractive gold detail on the fro...

Vintage Moroccan Red Velvet Embroidered Boho Shoulder Bag, circa 1960s Charming and richly detailed, this vintage Moroccan crossbody bag is handcrafted from deep red velvet and adorn...

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...

Small 1960s crocodile handbag from Artbag on Madison Avenue, NY, features an envelope style top with snap closure and double handles that attach belo...

1960s Classic Black Crocodile Handbag w Top Handle & Gold Hardware: A classic lady-like handbag in a wide-scale patterned crocodile skin with gold hardware and a long hinged croc-co...

Beautiful Vintage Gucci handbag made in brown leather. Gold metal closure on the front. Top carry handle. Brown leather interior. 1 side open pocket inside. 'Made in Italy by Gucci' ...

1960s Vintage Tan Crocodile Hand/Shoulder Bag A great Vintage piece in very good clean condition, the bag has a choice of a single hand carrying handle and the addition of an over s...

Timeless 1960s Vintage Hermes crocodile purse .. In great condition. 100% authentic. Width: 10.5"/ Height: 6.5"

Rare, collectible Nettie Rosenstein Coral and Pave Crystal Clutch from the 1960's. Genuine branch coral is used with crystal rose montees and accented with citrine crystal glass bead...

1960s Walborg Daffodil Yellow Faceted Teardrop Beaded & Sequined Basket Bag: Gold Lurex hand bag covered in gold sequins and yellow teardrop fringe luci...

Elegant Pave Rhinestone Studded Evening Bag retailed by Neiman Marcus. Body of bag is made of a plasticized mesh which is embedded with Swarovski cryst...

Original hand decorated Enid Collins 1967 'Glitterbugs' box bag. Olive green stained wood exterior with black hard handle and brass fittings. Circular mirror under the lid, interior ...

Charming Lizard Mini Satchel in deep taupe lizard skin retailed by Alexanders, New York. The scale is diminutive and striking. It doesn't hold much, but, ...

Classic 1960s handbag by Rosenfeld in black leather stamped to resemble alligator, its outstanding feature the curved clasp of brushed goldtone metal with leather center that lifts u...

Vintage 1960s Zardozi Zari gemstone clutch. Beautiful 1960s Zardozi Zari gem-set black velvet and silk embroidered with beads evening jeweled luxury purse...

1960s Metal Embroidered Purse. Silver & gold tones go with any outfit.

Vintage evening bag or minaudière, made for Saks Fifth Avenue, most likely in the late 1960s. Made from polished resin made to resemble wood, it features a decorative gold metal and...

Vintage 1960s embroidered black velvet Moroccan clutch. Beautiful 1960s black silk velvet embroidered evening jeweled luxury purse. The silk velvet rect...

1960's Joseph Larose striped velvet shoes and handbag set. The shoes feature a low olive leather covered heel, rounded toe and gold tone adjustable mesh ...

Vintage Emilio Pucci Silk Print Handbag c1960s in good vintage condition. Multicolor printed silk exterior in classic pucci style trimmed with gold hardware and double chain top hand...

Roberta di Camerino Bagonghi Bag is the Roberta di Camerino's iconic bag from the 1950s and 1960s inspired by doctor's bags and lined in v...

Enid Collins 1965 'Money Tree' Original box bag. Light wood background, hand painted with coin and jewel appliqué. Has a brass turn lock on an off white leather latch with matching o...

Rare CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage handbag, crafted of brown leather. The bag features a short shoulder strap, a gold metal CD-shaped detail on the front and button closure. Brown leather l...

Rosenfeld c.1960s evening bag with chain of gold metal metal molded in a quilted and wave design. A gold metal triangular clasp, echoed on the rever...

Vintage leather suitcase "Les Must de Cartier" burgundy Bordeaux luggage. Cartier Paris maroon leather with zip around and gold-tone hardware suitcase. Rare "Le Must de Cartier" leat...

This fine and rare handbag was designed by Spanish luxury fashion house Loewe in the 1960s. Loewe was established in Madrid in 1846 and specialised in leather goods almost exclusivel...

Vintage black silk velvet hand bag by Harry Rosenfeld with two gold tone cherubs on the front. Black satin interior with pockets. Details: Fully Lined Inside Pockets Top Clas...

Hermès - (Made in France) Tiny silver minaudiere. It could have been used as a powder compact. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 9 cm x 7 cm x 2 cm ...