Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Unusual hard bag by Walborg of martele burnt orange lucite hand "clad" with copper Art and Crafts patterns. Extremely strange and ugly in a 70's mash up way, almost like a light fixt...

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

1930s Whiting and Davis iridescent red mesh purse. Metal zip closure and interior pocket.

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...

A cut vintage black felt bag that is large enough for todays essentials. The bag has gathering at the top, and is top handle. Measurements: width 11 1/2'', h...

This lovely mid century modern diamond patterned alligator clutch has gold toned hardware and closure. The different tones of brown supple alligator leather make this textural with i...

1950s Black & Cream Crochet Drawstring Pouch Handbag W Stripes & Square Beads. Bullseye-resin bottom.

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 ...

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 ...

Exotic Black Alligator Handbag c 1960 The sleek retro handbag is designed with genuine alligator skin on all sides The chic handbag is carried with a ...

A gorgeous 1950s Koret (unmarked) silver lamé, braid, sequin and rhinestone embellished barrel clutch with satin lining.

A smart 1950s tri-tone woven straw structured handbag. Square shape with a brass toggle closure at top. Satin acetate lining.

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...

Art Deco French clutch of sensual bezel set pave rhinestone mesh "fabric", lined in silk satin. 1930s France. 7" x 4.5" Very Good Condition.

Black Suede and Bakelite Minaudiere from the 1930's. Completely outfitted as a vanity case with compartments for every need (from that period). The borders of the metal frame and c...

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...

Magnificent detailed etched gilded gold tone vermeil hardware frame is accented with multi-color rhinestones highlighted with two Swans on top of the beautiful hardware frame ...

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...

This roomy, "big mouth" bag was designed by Harry Rosenfeld. The frame, handles and bottom of the bag are brown leather. The sides are velvet printed with roses in gold, brown, deep ...

Marbleized Gray Bakelite Purse from the 1950's. Unusual shape with curved handles decorated with silvered filigree accents. Interior mirror within lid....

Attractive French russet brown alligator center cut bag by Josef, France. High quality manufacture and lovely modern style. Lined in calf. 1950's France. Body; 11" x 7" x 3.5". Han...

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...

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...

Vintage 1960s vintage swing coat and matching bag. Fully lined with no closure (hangs open). Fits like a modern size medium. The shoulders measure ...

Box-shaped handbags were extremely popular during the 1950s and '60s and their unique styling is evident n this example from Coblentz. In black suede, the bag has an oval shape that ...

A 1960's Prestige black calfskin rectangular destination purse bearing the names of famous cities. Purse opens to signature Prestige red leather interior with multiple side pockets. ...

Classic 1960s black suede handbag with slim profile by Coblentz. Gold frame, single handle. Black satin interior. Excellent condition inside and out.

1960s black alligator handbag featuring a foldover flap and double handles secured in front with small enameled buckles. Accordion interior with zippered compartment on one side.

Classy 1960s handbag made in France for Lord & Taylor, the bag has a single handle and an envelope flap with oval enhancement. Slim and chic, but roomy enough to hold your essentials...

American Tourister hatbox or overnight case. Material: leather trim with pink satin interior. From Providence Rhode Island sizes: Diameter 40 cm x...

- Beautiful embroidered Chinese scent pouch. - From the late 19th century (Qing/Ch'ing Dinasty) - Blue Silk with lovely floral embroidery on both sides - Silk tassel elements - These...

This is a black alligator handbag by Cordoba, from 1960. It has one handle, which is 5" high, one main compartment, with two open pockets, and one zips, with a gold clip closure.

1940s Black Alligator Handbag Slight tarnish on the metal work. L 12 H 9 D 4.5

Art Deco novelty suede purse with dual feature of concealed makeup kit in the base. Opening with a clasp underneath is a mirror and room for powder and rouge. Ingenious novelty bag...

50s Grey Wool Box Purse. Gold tone hardware. Original coin purse and clear plastic comb. Measurements: 7 1/4 inches Length 4 inches Tall 3 1/4 inches ...

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...

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 Mexican Souvenir Doll Purse. Adorable mini woven straw purse with whimsical three dimensional details, including yarn pompoms, felt scenery, seeds, ...

This wonderfully detailed wallet, of soft buffalo skin is detailed with Sterling Silver along the outer front edge, etched in swirls of floral design. When closed, the wallet m...

A high quality 1960s I.Magnin large (13" tall) black calf skin tailored handbag with deep side bucket pockets and central large clasp compartment. Leather lined.

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 lining. 1950's France. Exce...

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 pair of winged cherubs and a youn...

1960s chic and roomy double-handled handbag with gold metal frame and Bakelite clasp. Interior is ivory leather with side compartments and change purse....

Vintage travel duffle by Hermes Zipper closure along top and side Two top handles Dimensions: 18" x 9" x 8" Condition: Okay, with noticeable wear

1960's Pierre Cardin logo clutch with detachable white leather handle. In excellent unused condition. Off white fabric body trimmed with white leather. Length 11.75" Width 7.5...

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...

Hard purse by Koret USA. Hand woven in Italy of gold and silver toned metal wires and lined in gold leather. 8" x 5" x 2". handle 10". Excellent conditio...

Travel duffle by Hermes Zipper closure along top and side Two top handles Front pocket pouch Additional belt strap secure closure on top Dimensions: 24" x 13" x 10" Condition: Okay...

Vintage ravel bag by Hermes Two zipper closures, one along top middle and one of front edges (to be able to open when laying flat) Includes luggage tag as well as lock and key Dimens...

Attractive handworked needlepoint clutch patterned as an antique rug. Satin lined. USA 1950's. 5" x 9" x .75" Excellent condition.

Tiffany Pink Silk Lame Square Clutch with 14k gold tips at corners to protect for wear. Silk moire lining, with handle which folds flat. Deep Rose pink wi...

Collectible and rare 1940s Hermès leather travelingcase. Case is numbered, pre-letter dating. Great condition with all interior parts in place. Black box calf leather has very minor ...

1950s Merlot leather handbag with hand-painted custom LOVE graffiti art. Original working locks and keys included. Custom-made in France in 1950s.

Goldstrom 1950s Vintage Goldtone Basket Weave with Grey Marbleized Top Bag. This bag is in fair vintage condition with wear consistent with its age. The inside has visible wear and t...

A unique design from the 1940s, this oversized clutch in black faille features a curved top and sides as well as central section of black-on-black design fabric that matches the trim...

Keep all your keys in one place with our Emilio Pucci key case! Made of a super soft velvet with classic Pucci swirl pattern in shades of blue, violet and gre...

- Beautiful embroidered Chinese scent pouch. - From the late 19th century (Qing/Ch'ing Dinasty) - Red Silk with lovely embroidery on both sides - Silk tassel elements - These charmin...

Custom Evening Bag made in the 1940's with a bakelite frame, adorned with a lovely Art Deco diamond basket on a French lame broche base. The tortoise bake...