London - Novelty Bags

Simultaneously delicate and sturdy, this unusual box purse provides a glimpse of its contents via openwork filigree sides, while a clear Lucite platf...

A gorgeous black enamel compact, minaudiere, purse from Volupte. It has a black front decorated with enamel flowers and painted leaves on either side and the back is brushed gold me...

Extremely rare whimsical wicker three dimensional monkey handbag c 1960 The charming midcentury wicker handbag is designed with an endearing monkey figure Carried with a matching wicker handle designed with the monkey's cinched arms The face is distinguished with black matte enamel detail; paired with resin button eyes Secures with a gilt metal latch mechanism. The interior is lined in vinyl stamped: Marcus Brothers...

1950s Princess Charming by Atlas vinyl wicker horse themed handbag The charming retro handbag is designed with a cloth & burlap panel on the front exterior encased in vinyl The clo...

1990S JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Copper Leather Backpack Bag

A gorgeous black glass seed beaded handbag in a great wave pattern by Josef. It has a top handle, silk lining with a pocket and a gold clasp top closu...

Charming top Handled Gold Leatherette Box Bag with pave and enamel tiger head clasp retailed at Saks Fifth Ave. in the 1960's.

Presenting a rare punk-inspired mini backpack designed by Gianni Versace for his Spring/Summer 1994 collection. Multiple variations of this bag were worn in various looks in the season's runway presentation and the ad campaign on Linda Evangelista, shot by Richard Avedon. This bag is covered in the house's iconic Medusa safety pins, made famous by the safety pin dress worn by Elizabeth...

Rafael Sanchez Minaudiere of copper leaf woven rattan with elaborate tassel and bead decoration from the 1970's. Asian overtones with the ombre, braided silk cording mixed with resi...

Italian Inlaid Specimen Wood Minaudiere by Helietta Caracciolo from the 1980's. Wonderful quality Italian manufacture with both front and back inset with different colored spliced wo...

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...

Italian Novelty Pear Purse in gilt textured brass with pave crystal leaf from the 1980's. Chain can be hidden inside to carry as fruit alone. Velour lining. 1980's Italy.