Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

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"

1940s Brown Velvet Muff. Ruched detail along top and arm holes. Velvet is in excellent condition with no noticeable pressing on fabric. Opens along top with metal zipper with lucite ...

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...

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...

NOT SIGNED -Pocket embroidered with a floral pattern on off-white background. Silk interior. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Height: 12 cm - Length: 20 cm - Depth: 2 cm SKU:...

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...

- 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 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...

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...

ANONYMOUS - Blue wicker bag. To note, the inside lining is a bit damaged. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Width : 30 cm - Height : 20 - Depth : 10 cm - Handle : 26 cm SKU:S1402

Vintage Valentino black vintage alligator handbag c1960s 7.5" x 7.5"

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...

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.

KORET - Rigid bag made of wicker and leather handle. Condition: Good condition. The clasp is a bit discoloured. Measurements: Width: 24 cm approx (9,45 in) - Height: 16 cm (6,3 in)...

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

Presenting a rare woven rattan crossbody accordion bag designed by Yves Saint Laurent for his first ready-to-wear line, Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. The introduction of YSL's new line was a radical shift in the fashion industry, emphasizing couture-level craftsmanship and attention to detail in ready-to-wear. A natural shell adorns the front of this bag, making it the perfect beach...

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...

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

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...

ANONYMOUS -Wicker bag Lesco Lona dating from the 60s. To note, trace of wear on one side, probably due to rubbing against clothes Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Height: 17 c...

Do not miss out on this rare Swarovski embellished handbag! Classic black mini shoulder bag is covered in Swarovski rhinestones and features an adjustable buckle strap which allows for versatility with wear. The focal point of the handbag is the gorgeous silver swan motif embellished at the center it really takes this handbag up a notch and adds a classic and glamorous Swarovski touch. This is such a show-stopping handbag that is sure to be catching eyes from across the room wherever you wear this. Let this handbag stand out and style with your favorite Versace little black dress and Manolo pumps...

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...

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 ...

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

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

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...

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...

Velvet handbag in shades of green. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 19 cm - Length: 26.5 cm - Depth: 10 cm - Handle: 34 cm Seller Referen...

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 - 1960's bag in leather and canvas. Rare marks of wear. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Height: 18,5 cm - Width: 26,5 cm - Depth: 9,5 cm - Handle: 33 cm SKU:S1157

Black leather and velvet handbag. Golden metal elements. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 28 cm - Height: 14 cm - Depth: 12 cm - Handle: 30 cm ...

Bag made of shell-shaped trimmings with transparent resin handles. Additional information: Dimensions: Width: from 26 cm to 45 cm, Height: 22 cm, Depth: 4 cm Condition: Good condit...

Yves Saint Laurent - Straw clutch decorated with a shell. Additional information: Dimensions: Width: 25 cm, Height: 16 cm, Depth: 3 cm, Handle: 120 cm Condition: Good conditio...

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...

(Made in France) Velvet and dark blue leather bag. Canvas interior. To note, rare marks on the leather. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Width : 39 cm -...

Carel bag in red and black raffia. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 28 cm, Height: 18 cm, Depth: 11 cm, Handles: 33 cm Condition: Good condition Seller Ref number: S1426

1960s Judith Leiber box bag with gold hardware and beige faille lining and matching snakeskin coin purse. Originally sold at Saks Fifth Avenue. Meas...