Early 20th Century Handbags and Purses

Exquisite 1920s handmade black silk beaded triangular evening wristlet bag ! Includes a note that says; Made by Nellie Challand in 1925. Given to Virginia Fourrier on August 12, 1975...

Cartier evening clutch circa 1920 entirely embroidered in multicolored silk with Persian motifs, the clasp in white gold, brilliant-cut diamonds and coral (rubrum, not subject to CIT...

A stunning antique French silver coin purse. The body is made up from intricately woven and delicate 800 silver mesh. The base of the purse feature...

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...

A stunning antique Swiss silver chatelaine purse. The body is made up from intricately woven 925 sterling silver mesh and it has five little beads su...

Extraordinary and rare bag from the Wiener Werstatte. Fine bright red beads, abstract design with kid leather lining. We are attributing our bag to Maria Likarz-Strauss, based on a...

Exquisite rare vintage kelly style handbag made of quality crocodile leather with gold hardware. It's in preloved vintage condition and comes only with a lock (no key). Inside is lea...

French Art Deco purse in neutral colours of creamy white, pale grey and shimmering dark grey beads. Measuring 14 cm / 5.5 inches by 9.1 cm / 3.58 inches. The purse closes with a popp...

This 1920's handbag is so pristine that you would think it was made yesterday and not 100 years ago. The bag is made from black felt which is decorated with hand embroidered pink and...

Collectors-item Rare hard-sided attache case made of brown hornback crocodile skin with silver hardware. Interior is leather with pockets and with hidden combination locks. Marked: ...

In Luxury We Trust is delighted to present an extraordinary opportunity to own an extremely rare trunk, the largest picnic trunk ever crafted by Louis Vui...

For sale a highly collectible and rare antique Louis Vuitton "Aero" trunk, dating back to the 1920s. This exquisite piece is part of the lightweight series of Louis Vuitton trunks, as prominently featured in the renowned "100 Legendary Trunks" book. It stands out as a testament to the brand's history of innovation and luxury. The "Aero" trunk showcases the iconic LV monogram canvas, a timeless design that has become synonymous with the Louis Vuitton legacy...

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...

Art Deco sterling silver compact featuring a square green enamel center with an engine-turned frame and back. The compact opens to a mirror (cr...

Chinese Art Deco Tapestry Clutch from the 1930's. Likely made in China for the Western market with antique textile mounted on a hand made brass open work frame with carved carnelian ...

For sale is a rare and exquisite antique Louis Vuitton Double Wardrobe Trunk, a true collector's item that embodies the luxury and craftsmanship o...

French Art Nouveau silver-plate pouch Elegant silver-plate purse or pouch with a gold patina, made around the 1920s. The succession of metal rings that make up the chain are supporte...

Art Deco Ostrich Clutch with 14k Gold Corner Accents. Elegant clutch from the 1930's with golden silk moire lining and attached change purse. Interior pocket and mirror. Expands at t...

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the luxury and elegance of the early 20th century with this stunning 1910s Louis Vuitton Trunk. This exquisite piece is a testament to the t...

A Louis Vuitton mahogany toolbox with brass hardware in very good condition, same rare model as the one featured in "100 Legendary Trunks" book of Louis Vuitton. Condition Report: V...

An antique Chainmail Purse from the Art Nouveau era. Chainmail purses were de rigueur during this period and were often relatively plain in des...

A chic hexaganol shape Art Deco handbag in black suede. The bag has a decorative art deco clasp and is lined in fabric with one internal pouch pocket an...

Exceptional and collectible Micro Beaded Bag from the early 20th Century with hand beaded and braided handle with tassels. Pictorial micro beading cre...

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

An exquisite handbag. Using an original 1920s celluloid frame, a beautiful crafted handbag of a combination of original black and cream silk has been made anew for the bag. The frame...

Asprey London Sterling silver opulent art deco vanity compact c 1920s The elegant vintage compact is designed with sterling silver The sterling panels ...

Cartier Art Deco Evening Bag. Silk with gold thread makes an overall floral pattern. Gold clasp (untested) Silk interior with a gilt monogr...

Circa 1925 France An astonishing Art Deco purse embroidered with polychrome glass beads, said to be ready-made, i.e. before assembly. The embroidery is on a circular black tarlatan t...

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...

Louis Vuitton Vuittonite cabin trunk finished in iconic orange waterproof canvas with brass stamped hardware, leather trim and leather handles. Condition Report: Good condition Ple...

Tiffany and Company Art Deco evening bag of antique Chinese textile mounted onto engraved Art Deco silver mounts. Dot and dash bar silver chain. L...

A real collector's piece, and conversation point, this highly imaginative and charming handbag design is a rarity, and is wonderful to use and wear. The centre of the 'rose' pulls to one side, releasing the catch, hence allowing the bag to open. The top is made from delicately hand curled 'petals' of coloured celluloid, the actual frame in dark green is robust and strong, with stronger green leaves, underlying the 'bloom'. The bag is made from mole brown silk velvet, with a black 'ruffled' trim highlight. Many bakelite and celluloid bags...

A very rare and outstanding yellow silk moire handbag, topped with a beautiful and intact hand painted celluloid 'rose', with green leaves. Handbags with these highly decorative and ...

Custom, One-of-a-kind, Magnificently detailed Victorian Silver Belt buckle finely etched with swirls of leaves and gently waves, accented with an oval jade, four emeralds, ruby and 1...

Astounding vintage Goyard trunk in a rare extra large size. The oldest and largest antique Goyard trunk available for sale anywhere. Completely original...

Beautiful antique art deco mesh metal purse. enamel painted gold metal. geometric pattern. carved gold frame. link chain wrist strap. van dyke fringe. double blossom kiss lock closure. ✩ A wonderful piece of fashion history! Circa 1920s Label: Mandalian MFG. Co. USA. (stamped on the inside of the purse frame) Color: Antique Gold, Black, White Good Condition. The "armpits" of the purse have unhinged links which is a common finding in metal bags...

Large Vintage Italian 20th century Italian travel trunk cabinet, presumed to be around 1920s. Made of beige colored canvas on the outside, with st...

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...

Antique Louis Vuitton Sac Cabine Black Doctors Bag, likely made in the early 20th C. Made from black textured grain leather, it opens like a doctor's bag with two hinged pieces and ...

Fabulous antique dark apricot velvet bag in a floral design, with couch work gold and silver metallic embroidery on both the front and back, and a lovely floral filigree frame. The b...

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

The best things do come in small sizes. This evening bag has a gold decorative frame, with a central clasp , and internally there is one pouch pocket. Measurements: Width 6'', height...

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...

A charming and highly attractive handbag, perfect for evening or that special occasion. the needlepoint is of the highest and finest quality with roses and a variety of other flowers...

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 gently, elegantly curved frame is set with white spinels, citrines, emeralds and synthetic sapphires, in a frame of silver (it is marked 'Made In Italy'...

Collectors item! This rare Dior vintage clutch is made from black crocodile leather with gold-plated hardware. Inclusive an adjustable strap, 90 cm / 35.43 inch and closes with a cli...

A hand embroidered evening bag with petit point embroidery all around. Front and back as well as the side stripes. Petit point is a fine magnifying glass work, The bag was embroidered in Germany at the turn of the century. Around 19th century. This evening bag is in perfect condition . Dimensions: Bags width 21 cm, height 20 cm, depth 3 cm Bag hanger...

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...

Antique brown leather Gladstone doctor bag vintage leather - Italy 1910 approx. Gladstone Bag of the highest quality as the craftsmanship is really superb and can be described as be...

Circa 1925 France Beautiful reticule or purse in black taffeta and embroidery with pearls in iridescent gray marcasite dating from the Art Deco period. Double pocket tightened by a cream cord...

Chanel Vintage 90's Runway Collector COCO CHANEL Gold Letters Belt Necklace Rare Vintage Chanel belt from 1993 featured in gold with black leather...

A great vintage sequin evening purse in gold, bronze and cream. The purse is lined in satin with one pouch pocket. Measurements: width 8'', height 5''

Cartier clutch of 19th Century Asian textile mixed with gold kid piping with turquoise ball clasp set with rose diamond.
7" x 5" x 1.5" 1920-30...

English Art Deco sterling silver compact by Turner & Simpson, 1934. Features a round green engine-turned guilloche enamel sunburst lid with an etched dot and line frame; inside is a ...

Charming childs purse of metal mesh enamelled in deco patterns. Unusual closure with cottton cord drawstring. Ormolu leaf decorated frame. 1930s USA. 2.5" x 3" Excellent condition.

Unusual bag hand beaded of genuine coral beads from the early 20th Century. Extraordinary care has been made to match the color and size of these b...

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...