Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

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 ...

Black leather clutch with engraved metal. Additional information: Condition: Decent condition Dimensions: Length: 21 cm - Height: 17 cm - Depth: 4.5 cm Seller Reference: S257

ANONYMOUS -Vintage red leather bowling bag Jacques Esterell. To note, several stains on the leather at the bottom of the bag, at the handle or on the sides of the bag. Condition: Go...

A beautiful bag made from cream enamelled segments all interlocked, in the style of Whiting and Davis, with a bold hand carved cream Bakelite frame and chain handle, with stylised fl...

pucci silk wallet in vibrant purple, grey, blue and black floral print. wallet in excellent condition

Rare find here, 1960s Char Leather case. It has compartments. Wipstiched, Floral motif. Great distressed look. Measuring 13 in high x 17.5in wide x 2.5 deep. We have more Char pieces...

This wonderfully detailed gold compact accented with a multi-color "Crane" measures 2 3/4" in width, 2 3/8" in length and 3/8" in depth.

- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - 3" x 2.6" - Silvered bronze hardware, has good amount of heft to it - Opens on a hinge - Interior mirro...

AU SELLIER DEAUVILLE - Bag composed of black ostrich overstitched with red thread. It features a gilded metal clasp representing a rudder. Condition: Very good condition Measuremen...

ANONYMOUS - Pearly evening handbag from the 1920s. Condition: Very good condition. Measurements: Length: 16cm (6.29") - Height: 15.5 cm (6.1") - Handle: 21 cm (8.26") SKU:S1062

1940s Koret Black & Gold Striped Sequin Handbag w Spring-Hinge Closure: A charming bit of glitz for evening, this crepe handbag is entirely covered in sequin stripes. Lined in black ...

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...

Vintage black velvet handbag. Beige suede interior and golden metal elements. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: ...

Lesco Lana (Made in Hong Kong) Rigid bag made of laminated wicker in a bronze color. Additional information: Dimensions: Height: 11 cm (4.33 in), Width: 20 cm (7.87 in), Depth: 1...

When no self-respecting woman left the house with mismatched accessories comes this matching scarf and evening clutch set, which would look devastating with our gold lamé and black s...

As intricate as an Italian mosaic but as impermeable as a safe, this handbag is both a strongbox and a piece of art. Fully crusted with seed beads—some of which are doubled for extra topography—the purse...

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...

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 ...

An exceptionally rare Louis Vuitton miniature leather doll suitcase, issued to valued clients around the 1930s–1940s. Crafted from natural vachetta leather, the case features two loc...

NOT SIGNED -Pocket embroidered with a floral pattern on black background. Silk interior. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Height : 12 cm - Length : 19,5 cm - Depth : 3 cm SKU...

Black velvet clutch bag embroidered with pearls. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 20cm - Height: 10 ...

Crochet Crossbody Brass-Colored Metal Bag Brass-colored metal bag with a beautiful metal butterfly applied. Bought in a Vintage store in Nice. Width 17 cm,...

Very unusual to find a shoulder bag in this genre, and especially in this circular shape. Body and shoulder strap is crocheted in black, fully lined, with zip compartment. Metal zipp...

This beautiful 1950's mauve coloured satin handbag, decorated with an ornate frame is the perfect piece to complete your evening attire The rounded gold toned metal frame, is embel...

An absolutely gorgeous 1940s Harry Rosenfeld Original clutch handbag: Envelope style with button-lock closure in gorgeous gold flecked tweed and lined in glamorous gold metallic leat...

A fun young bag designed in the 1950s USA with one longer handle made of printed Velvet/Chenille in diferent colors. Lined with black skay/artificial leather, which is typical of...

An exquisite 1960s Gucci shoulder bag, a testament to the brand's enduring style and impeccable craftsmanship. This chic accessory is meticulously crafted from supple black leather, ...

Black handbag with a golden metal brooch fastener ornamented with rhinestones. It comes with a tiny mirror inside and a purse. Additional information: ...

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...

1940s Koret gold metal boucle textured bullion clutch with a butterfly shaped flap and spring-back hinged closure. Heavily embellished with gold-tone sequins and beading. Interior is...

Carved Bakelite Art Deco Compact of finely carved and ribbed, butterscotch bakelite with concentric rings and a focal deeply carved blooming daisy. Chr...

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 ...

Vintage Emilio Pucci wallet velveteen multi colored Pucci print light brown leather snap closure on one side gold metal clip closure on the other side ✩ A wonderful piece of fashion...

ANONYMOUS -Stiff bi-material handbag. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 27 cm - Height: 21 cm - Depth: 8 cm - Handles: 50 cm SKU:S1420

Vintage Glitter Handbag in Silver Vintage bag. Silver hardware and beads. Perfect for giving light to the outfit. Size: 11cmX10cm, the handle measure...

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 olive hued brown leather wi...

ANONYMOUS - Vintage bag composed of burgundy leather and gilded metal. It opens to three patch pockets. One small mirror. Condition: Very good condition, some wear on the handle lea...

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.

Paloma Picasso envelope purse for that very important letter or credit card. Narrow and small. Black envelope style with red circle at closure. 8" x 6"

A distinctive black handbag made of beautiful and well-preserved patent leather wich has a handle 30 cm long. The opening is 30 cm wide, the front and back of the bag have a 3 cm deep fold. Lined inside with black-white fabric and a side pocket with zipper. This generous bag comes form the USA, look the label inside. Measurement: Hight 30 cm , Width, at the widest point 38 cm, Deep 8 cm. Opening 30 cm, opening deep 10 cm The lacquer leather is in good condition, not lose it's glossery finish. The bag is inside clean, look the pictures. Patent leather is a type of coated leather that has a high-gloss finish. The coating process was introduced to the United States and improved by inventor Seth Boyden, of Newark, New Jersey, in 1818, with commercial manufacture beginning September 20, 1819. Boyden's process (which he did not patent used a lacquer coating that was based on linseed oil. Modern patent leather usually has a plastic coating. iding boot from 1910–20s In general, patent leather is a fine grain leather that is treated to give it a glossy appearance. An early reference to patent leather is in the 1793 British periodical The Bee, or Literary Weekly Intelligencer, which notes, in an article entitled "Hand's patent leather", that "a gentleman of the name of Hand" in Birmingham, England, obtained a patent for preparing flexible leather having a glaze and polish that renders it impervious to water and need only be wiped with a sponge to restore it to its original luster.[4] In November 1799, inventor Edmund Prior, of Holborn, London, England, received a patent for a method of painting and colouring all kinds of leather;[5] and, in January 1805, inventor Charles Mollersten, of Hackney Wick, received a patent for applying a chemical composition in the preparation of hides, skins, and leather to give "a beautiful gloss".[6] However, patent leather primarily owes its popularity to Seth Boyden. In 1818, Boyden received a piece of German-made patent leather (said to be a German military cap...

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

A rare gem from the 1940s, this Italian Art Deco shoulder bag is crafted from luminous cream Bakelite with a sleek, structured silhouette. Its minimalist form is elevated by elegant ...

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.

Unknown - Black inside-out leather bag decorated with pearls, and an openwork golden metal fastener decorated with glass paste cabochons. Additional information: Condition: Good con...

Multicolored clutch bag with a silvery metal handle. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 21 cm - Height: 12 cm - Depth: 3 cm - Handle: 60 cm ...

Elegant 1960s Vintage Sorelle Fontana Silk and Leather Evening Clutch Discover a piece of Roman haute couture history with this exquisite vintage clutch by Sorelle Fontana, dating fr...

Saks Fifth Ave Leopard Motif Stenciled Pony-Hair Handbag Straps Circa 1960s. Two Top Handle Straps. Stenciled Pony on both faces of the bag, front and ba...

A 1960's PIERRE CARDIN pouch bag, with Singular shoulder strap and made entirely from crocodile skin. Features; Iconic PIERRE CARDIN exterior Emblem logo Press stud closure One large leather lined interior with additional small interior compartments Singe Strap MADE IN FRANCE Measurements; Length; 7'' Depth; 6'' Width; 2'' Strap; 25'' Condition; Condition 5/10. The bag is an Archival Museum Quality Piece...

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

A chic vintage clutch handbag by Corde.This large brown envelope bag has a flap over front with a poper fastening and one internal pouch pocket. Measu...

Fun coated wicker summer bag with embroidered 3 D corn, sweet peas and a strawberry. All are made of stuffed velvet re-embroidered with faux pearls and glitte...

Antique leather African Moroccan satchel bag with flap decorated with tribal Tuareg embroideries. Antique collectible leather bag, handmade in Morocco. True vintage Berber bag collectible piece of decorative wall art. Tuareg style bag with embroidered leather elements.  One of a kind hand made in Marrakesh, Morocco. Hand-tooled in Marrakech, south Morocco, this is an old antique man shoulder slim bag, merchants in Morocco when traveling used this bag under their coat to put their money and valuables. The strap is long enough to wear the bag at the shoulder or cross-body with it sitting above the hip. Under the flap, you'll find one long narrow main pocket. This beautiful leather bag has been crafted in Morocco. This bag has a fold over fastening, a square shape, front section and long tassels side adornment. The bag craftsmanship is inspired by the ancient culture of Tuareg tribes from Morocco and some African countries. The hand embossing consists of geometrical Moroccan symbols and culture folk. The hand-embroidered detailing adds character and charm to this shoulder/crossbody bag.  This messenger shoulder leather African bag...

Metal Type: 800 Silver Measurements (W x H): 9"x 5.5" Weight: 284.18 grams Silver antique mesh purse. The metal was tested and determined to be 8...

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.

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...

Hermès vintage black box calf leather, gold plated ring bag, from the 1950s. Beautiful classic flap front bag with a gold plated ring closure. Structured bag with accordion gusseted ...

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...

Vintage Mark Cross Tan Ostrich Shoulder Bag in excellent condition. Tan ostrich exterior trimmed with gold hardware. Top leather strap with twist lo...

1960S ANDRE COURREGES White & Orange Bag

1950s Wilardy Opaque, Marbled White Lucite Purse, Ornate Clasp, Great Handel Mirror inside top of handbag with a Stunning Pearl and Crystal Decorative cla...