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Evening Bags and Minaudières For Sale
Period: Early 1900s
Hand-embroidered evening bag, petit point, brass bag hanger around 1900, Germany
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A hand embroidered evening bag with petit point embroidery all around. Front and back as well as the side stripes. Petit point is a fine magnifying glass work, The bag was embroidered in Germany at the turn of the century. Around 19th century. This evening bag is in perfect condition . Dimensions: Bags width 21 cm, height 20 cm, depth 3 cm Bag hanger...
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Early 1900s European Evening Bags and Minaudières

1907 Chain Metal Purse
Located in Greenport, NY
1907 Chain Metal Purse "J.E. Mathuss 1907" Width: 5" Length: 5" Length with Chain: 11.5"
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Early 1900s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Edwardian Jeweled Pale Green Trinity Plate Needlepoint Minaudière Handbag, 1900s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Equally as coveted by the well-bred Victorienne as by the gin-baby flapper, Trinity Plate reticules and minaudières were THE accessory of choice for fash...
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Early 1900s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Victorian English Sterling Silver and Brown Velvet Evening Purse
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: Circa 1900's. Dark brown velvet with silver design details. Featuring sterling silver 3D floral motif, griffin detail on the front with ND monogram. Total weight is...
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Early 1900s British Evening Bags and Minaudières

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Vintage and Designer Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage and designer evening bags and minaudières are elegant accessories that can elevate an ensemble and add an air of sophistication.

Evening bags began as coin purses and pouches. They were practical accessories before travel necessitated large cases and handbags eventually emerged and became a fashion statement. Evening bags grew in popularity with both men and women and, by the early 14th century, included details like embroidery and fine materials such as silk. As women began carrying hand fans, calling cards and perfumes, the evening bag became roomier while keeping its compact charm. Some designers added a thin shoulder strap.

Minaudières are ornamental cases designed to hold personal items such as jewelry or cosmetics. A version of a vanity case, the minaudière was pioneered in 1933 by Charles Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels. Made from metal, it could be engraved, decorated with precious stones or lacquered. The decade saw the popularity of these jewel-like pieces and other evening bags with Hollywood celebrities and others.

Though some of the world’s best-known luxury brands followed suit, minaudières are now made by only a small number of fashion houses such as Judith Leiber, Chanel, Versace and Hermès.

Find a vast array of vintage minaudières and evening bags in a range of designs, colors and styles to complement any outfit on 1stDibs.

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