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What is an evening bag called?

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What is an evening bag called?
An evening bag can also be called a reticule or an indispensable. It was a small handbag, popular in the late 17th century and early 18th century. On 1stDibs, you can find vintage and contemporary handbags from some of the top sellers around the world.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage 1960 s Silver Beaded Evening Purse Silver Beaded Fringed Purse Cocktail
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly enchanting 1960's beaded evening bag, embellished with a silver lurex base which is in
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1960s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Léo Miller beaded bag
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ANONYMOUS -Small pink bag embroidered with Leo Miller beads. Condition: Good condition Dimensions
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1950s European Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950s Koret Coral Seed Beaded Handbag w Seed Bead Loop Fringed Bottom
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Koret coral color seed beaded handbag with beaded handle, seed bead looped fringe bottom and
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

Vintage 1920 s Beaded Evening Bag 1920 s Flapper Purse Blue and Red Beaded Bag
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This beautiful 1920's beaded bag, showcases the most intricate and beautiful beadwork. Rendered in
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1920s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Swarovski Crystal Beaded Calfskin Leather Clutch
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning Daniel Swarovski crystal beaded clutch has tan buff calfskin leather with a light
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Early 2000s Austrian Clutches

Michael Powolny Attributed WW Beaded Bag
Located in Sharon, CT
A fine beaded bag with Putties, wreaths and floral sprays on a white field. Multi colored tassel
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Early 20th Century Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières

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