Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Elegant 1930s black velvet clutch featuring an Art Deco clasp of rectangular form, complementing the softly rounded upper edge of the bag. The clasp is composed of marcasite in an op...

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

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

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...

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...

This vintage Gucci leather travel bag with the original box is a coveted luxury item that combines both timeless style and functionality. Gucci, a renowned Italian fashion house, is ...

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...

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...

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...

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

A gorgeous black silk clutch purse elaborately embroidered with a bird and flowers on the front and back. it has a gold metal frame, top snap closur...

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...

A gorgeous black glass carnival bead triangular box purse. It has a twisted top handle, gold metal ball clasp closure, elaborate gold metal filigree frame and silk lining with 2 inn...

A spectacular midnight blue carnival glass beaded round box purse. The handbag has vertical raised pleats around it's circumference, a round base ...

Koret Double Pouch Bag in black calf leather with caramel bakelite trim. A practical attached "change purse" is applied to the front. 1940's USA. Excellent condition. 10" wide x 9" ...

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...

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 ...

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

This stunning vintage high quality handbag from the 1960s features a striking woven wicker design in a vibrant, bold red. The structured, dome-shaped silhouette showcases a compact y...

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 ...

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE - (Made in Italy) Golden metal bag with a Saks Fifth Avenue signature on the handle. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 13 cm - Width: 18 cm - Dep...

Elegant and sleek 1960s black resin rounded rectangle evening clutch. Interesting swivel claw closure, embellished with rhinestones. Clean black velvet interior. Fits an iPhone. Exce...

Judith Leiber black Silk Crystal Fold over Handle Clutch in excellent condition. black silk trimmed with gold hardware and black swarovski cry...

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

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...

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...

Vintage 1960s embroidered red velvet clutch. Beautiful 1960s burgundy silk velvet embroidered evening jeweled luxury purse. The silk velvet rectangular ...

This is a vintage 1970s Gucci bowling bag featuring the brand's iconic brown GG monogram canvas and green-red-green webbing stripe detail. It has bro...

This beautiful textured gold painted vinyl and silver hardware box bag, is the perfect statement vintage piece to complete your outfit. The beautiful box shape of the bag is accent...

Beautiful vintage bag designed in the 1960s in black leather, fine Italian manufacture. The bag is a small shoulder or arm bag. It has a beautiful gold metal chain that makes it port...

UNKNOWN -Vintage mini bag made of openwork golden metal. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 13 cm - Height: 16 cm - Depth: 1 cm - Handle length: 50 cm SKU:S195

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...

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

1940s Koret rare maroon handbag sold at Neiman Marcus. The bag is structured two be worn on the arm used for dancing in night clubs. The body of the bag...

Walborg Beaded Top Handle Bag from the 1960's. Lined in gold metallic textile. Entire bag is hand beaded with yellow plastic beads on a hard wired frame with...

Fabulous preowned vintage Bonnie Cashin for Coach mini tote bag, likely made in the 60s. Made from what Coach called "Mimosa" leather (almost a lim...

Bonnie Cashin for Coach 'foldover purse' or clutch bag, part of Bonnie's Cashin Carry accessories collection and likely made in the late 1960s. Made from a mocha-hued leather, this ...

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...

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

Vintage Whiting & Davis cream alumesh purse. enamel painted metal, gold metal frame, kiss lock closure, thick snake coil handle, navy blue silk faille lining. 👛 A wonderful piece o...

Elegant fine handbag from the great Italian fashion house Gucci from the 1950s-60s. The model shown is a small, rigid, double-handled handbag bauletto. Made of black leather conn central inserts in fiery red leather. Its closure is in gold metal . Inside we find a lining also in the red leather with made several pockets to insert small items. Inside there is also a small coin purse...

This is a 1950s Mid-Century Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Mini Bag. The bag is a striking example of mid-century design, characterized by its minimalist and sleek aesthetic. It...

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

A chic vintage handbag by J Renee. In a soft bronze colour the handbag has an internally detachable strap and so can be used as a clutch bag or handbag. Measur...

Step into summer with a fun and functional 1950's straw tote handbag. The exotic design will transport you to the tropics with the body of the large handbag woven in coconut fibers ...

ANONYMOUS - Wicker bag with a cane pattern. Bamboo handle. Lined with a navy blue waterproof canvas. One patch pocket. Condition: Good general condition Measurements: Height: 25 cm...

A chic vintage crocodile hand bag, The bag has a central top fastening and internally there is one pouch pocket and one zip pocket. Measuerments: width 12'', height 8 1/2'', depth 3...

French designer Paco Rabanne is best known for his revolutionary 1968 dresses made from metal discs and rings. This rare handbag soon followed, made from th...

What a great idea, an evening bag large enough to hold everything that you need for a night out! This fabulous bag is covered with opalescent coral colored sequins on a matching net...

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 Jean Bernard Figural black suede bag from Paris, 1950's. Black fluted half moon shape with tubular suede loop handle. Faille lining with various compartments. 8.5" x 4.5" x ...

This is an elegant Italian shoulder bag from the 1950s, showcasing a luxurious combination of black leather and brass accents. The bag's exterior is crafted from genuine crocodile le...

Mid 20th century gilt-metal compact with a three-dimensional flower and vine design with rhinestone accents. Push button to open as well as a push button...

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...

Unusual vinyl satchel made in the 1960's with newsprint articles from the UK. One article is from the "Daily, dated Nov. 16, 1968". Highlights include:...

Large envelope clutch of maroon lizard with interested latch closure. Lined in camel suede. Compartmentalized interior. Most likely made in Argentina.

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...