Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Looking for a ray of sunshine? This preowned, vintage 60s Bonnie Cashin for Coach mini tote bag should do the trick! Made from 'Mimosa' leather (g...

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

Rodo -(Made in Italy) dark blue wicker bag. Interior in blue and gold imitation. To note, the metal parts are dedicated. Additional information: Dimensions: Width: 30 cm, Height:...

Lilac sequins are sewn in a circular pattern on to to liac silk crepe. This is then rebeaded with loops of caviar beads in shades of lilac to pale pink in a floral or grape cluster ...

DESCRIPTION: EMILIO PUCCI Jana c.1960 "Idolo" Signature Print Silk & Leather Top Handle Purse Circa: c.1960 Label(s): Emilio Pucci Bags by Jana Designer: ...

A wonderful vintage snakeskin handbag. This bag is not only a beautiful colour but large enough for todays essentials. It has a flap over o...

A beautiful fine black glass beaded by Delill in and intracate square pattern. It has a top handle, top black glass button closure and is silk lined with an inner pocket. Height 8"...

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 place. 2 inside pockets and mi...

Despite its deceptively small size, this pochette remains exceptionally roomy thanks to its fully opening center change purse-style pocket and two side compartments. Petite but practical, the hand-strung polished wood beads create texture and interest for evening, while the velvety chenille ground lends playfulness for day. Deadstock double top handle bag of black chenille punctuated with black wood beads all over surface and handles. Interior features three total compartments including one center compartment with kiss lock clasp closure, plus one side pocket in another compartment. Fully lined in black velvet; plain chenille bottom with protective brass feet. fabric: chenille, wood, goldtone metal noteworthy: clean with compressed air repairs: none condition: deadstock with original tags measurements: width: 7” at narrowest, 9 ½” at widest height: 7” depth: 4” bottom gusset; expands to about 6” when filled mouth: opens to 8” handle: 4” drop label: Walborg (made in Japan by...

This 1960s top handle bag is crafted from a rich, blueish-purple silk satin and pleated all-over with swirling forms across its base where the pleating gathers. It has a structured t...

Unusual large beaded "pouch" style bag circa 1960 with black bakelite and chrome deco style frame. The heavily beaded florals are in copper,violet, blue,green and charcoal ...

Preowned, vintage Bonnie Cashin sling bag, from her 'Cashin Carry' collection of handbags and accessories, likely made in the 1960s. Made from a supple butter creme hued suede, this fabulous tote bag features a kiss lock coin pocket in front that's lined in pink madras fabric...

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.

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 ...

Floral pattern clutch in a subtle palette of pinks and greens by Koret, known as one of the best creators of handbags in mid-century America. This evening clutch has a textured gold ...

1960's Prestige "Destination Purse" in black pebbled leather with top handle and featuring four metal plaques bearing the names of "destination" cities: New York, Paris, Rome, London. This style of...

A chic white leather vintage bag with attractive frame and clasp. The strap could be changed to chain one, or a longer leather on if preferred. Inside there is one pouch pocket . Me...

Lovely embroidered french purse with 18th Century scenes. Lavishly silk stitch embroidered and beautifully detailed. Clasp and hilt are gilded sterl...

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 ...

Charming Art Deco Beaded Flower Bag from the 1940's, Belgium. 3D flower with pearly beaded petals on an oval form zippered base with silvery beaded loop ...

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...

Unusual gilt metal mesh clutch from the 1940's. Paste set frame with paste toggle. Extremely supple mesh lined in peach rayon.
Origin: US Zone Germa...

This crocodile print leather top handle bag shows a beautiful colour gradient from beige (matt central panel) to brown (glossy sides) on the front whereas the glossy back is monochro...

Antique Moroccan Koran Scroll Talisman Box Amulet Holder Made of Metal Silvered Repousse. Large Berber tribal ethnic talisman pendant storage box with a lovely original patina, a rare, large amulet necklace probably from Morocco. Traditionally the case would have contained a small copy of the Koran or other protective religious verses or written incantations were sealed inside to protect the wearer. In square shape, silvered metal repousse talisman case which stored a miniature Koran or talisman considered to hold special protective powers. This ornate box is a Quran case or carrier and would have originally been worn by someone to protect from the evil eye. Silvered metal box with hanging charms that will makes sounds to push away any bad spirit when moving. As the wearer moves, a soft jingling sound is made by the dangle drops. Noise is thought to drive djinns (evil spirits) away.  The front has intricate, dense geometric design, the box opened from the top by sliding a small piece of metal. Large pendant with hanging amber colored beads, embossed silver metal with geometrical relief and repousse. This beautiful antique ethnic piece could be worn as a piece of jewelry pendant. Great Islamic Folk Art, metal work, bold, beautiful, great to use as a collectible Islamic object displayed on the wall or on a table. Material: nickel silvered metal. Circa 1920's. Probably from Morocco, but similar objects can also been found in Islamic country around the world in North Africa from Morocco to Algeria, and also in Asia,Afghanistan Oman, Malaysia, India Kashmir...

1950s clear and pearlescent apricot carved lucite drum or barrel-shaped bag. One of the most desirable shapes of lucite bag, the handle is also crafted from lucite and detailed with ...

A rare suitcase-style Lucite purse, this statement piece is made even more interesting by the clear vinyl side bellows trimmed in gold. Both traditional ...

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...

1950's baby blue kid leather classic Coblentz fold over clutch with matching baby blue leather gloves. Rarely found in leather, this classic shape is lined in navy corded silk and cl...

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...

1950s clear and pearlescent hexagonal confetti lucite bag. The original label reads 'Charles S. Kahn Inc. - Miami, Florida', a collectable brand known as Kahn of Florida. Some of the...

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

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 ...

Brooks multicolored double-purse has micro-sized seed beading throughout. Hand-beaded in France, patterned with multi-colors of florals. Both purses are attached and fully lined with...

Product Details: 1960s Vintage Beaded Mini-Bag + Cuff Bracelet Set - Bronze, Dusky Blue, Navy Blue + Silver Geometric Beading + Tassel Detailing - ...

ANONYMOUS -Small pink bag embroidered with Leo Miller beads. Condition: Good condition Dimensions : Width: about 20 cm - Height: 17 cm - Handle: 35 cm - D...

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

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...

1950s Black Glossy Patent Handbag with Faux Tortoise Shell Handles and Frame: Classic 1950s style handbag with chic shine and unusual faux tortoise Lucite design. Tilt knob closure ...

Elegant Chinese Embroidered Evening Bag mounted in the UK. Lovely antique silk satin textile finely embroidered with figures and metallic lame thread accents. Enamel decorated and gl...

1960s Mod Mantessa Italian Turquoise and White Bead Balls Linking Gold Rings and Clear Lucite Mini-Tote: Beaded handle, No top closure. Fits cell phone perfectly. Measures 7.5 x 5.

1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetrical Closure. Inner lining and original coin purse is Koret signature red leather. Upper right hand corner is cu...

Eye-catching "Don't be like the rest of them, Darling!" up-cycled hand-painted 1960s vintage handbag by Lilli Grill. Talented Munich-based illustrator Ursula Baur alias Lilli Grill ...

Pierre Cardin clutch from the 1960s. Frame style with gold tone metal frame and clasp. Navy blue jacquard with all over Pierre Cardin logos. Navy ...

Lightweight and flexible, this beautiful evening bag is glamorous thanks to its scrolling beadwork but remains more understated than most Walborgs due to its matte black fabric groun...

Charming satin evening bag with applied motif made of dozens of loops of bias satin to form an oversized flowerhead near clasp. Push button clasp. 1940's USA. 8" x 8" with 14" handle...

Vintage Giorgio Gucci black leather clutch. It features gold metal hardware, flap with button closure on the front, black leather interior a...

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 ...

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...

Charming Arnold Scassi Pave Mini Cube Novelty Bag from the 1960's which holds very little, maybe a lipstick, a flip phone and some tissues. Rhinestone trimmed flap, Satin exterior, f...

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

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...

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...

Elegant Pave Rhinestone Clutch retailed by Tury, 10 Rue Royale, Paris. A web of pave rhinestone "fabric" is laid over a butter cream satin with lame ...

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

Amazing French Chinoiserie Embroidered Sequin Clutch with enameled silver frame. Beautifully hand embroidered with gold and silver tinsel threads over gold sequins on a vibrant purpl...

1960s large handbag featuring an unusual sweep of a handle, lending it a modernist aesthetic, and crafted in a most desirable color and material - gunmetal patent. Simple brass frame...

This vintage hand-made beaded bag from the 1960s features Autumn hues with snap lock closure and a black handle. Fully lined in black satin, this bag has one open interior pocket and...

Chic Sequin French Bag on black linen base. Elegant and timeless detailing with even seed bead borders on the interiors and edges of strap. Moire taffeta...