1940s Handbags and Purses

Rendered in a dark shade of sage green taffeta, embellished with a pattern of undulating gold thread embroidery and edged with gold leather piping, this original 1940's handbag is j...

This statement vintage 1940's cream Plasticflex bag, composed of cream rectangular domed tiles with interwoven painted laces in a matching shade of cream set against a cream cotton b...

This wonderful 1940's navy blue velvet and pearl decorated hat and matching bag set, are the perfect ode to the winter season. The pixie design of the hat, boasts a rounded wire fra...

A gorgeous black glass carnival bead triangular box purse. It has a twisted top handle, gold metal ball clasp closure, elaborate gold metal filigree frame and silk lining with 2 inn...

Rendered in black faille silk and embellished with trailing floral embroidery in shades of green, pink, blue, lilac, yellow and apricot with pearlescent beads and gold toned metal be...

This beautiful 1940’s clutch bag, made up of knotted and woven wooden beads, painted in a deep black satin finish, above a black rayon lining, is the perfect statement accessory. ...

This truly enchanting 1940's miniature handbag, rendered in a floral and abstract patterned barkcloth, in shades of cream, deep red, blue, burgundy and pink with gold painted accents...

This stunning Cabin trunk by Louis Vuitton from Saks & Cy - Fifth Avenue - New York store features brass corners with leather trim, two brass closures and a keyed latch. The handle i...

This is a classy 1940s Guild Creations wool hand bag with zip closure. This solid black wool fabirc purse is high lighted with a wave shaped gold-tone metal engraved frame and set wi...

This vintage "Hermes look" bag is made of glossy quality exotic leather. The interior is leather and has 3 compartments, 1 with a inside closure. Gold hard...

Hermes classic vintage navy calf leather "Pan" clutch featuring a fold over top with Art-deco push-lock closure of sterling silver signed Hermes and is made around 1930-1940's. Attr...

Vintage gold-tone metal purse The texture of the metal imitates the weaving of straw Width – 14 cm Height – 9 cm Depth – 8 cm Condition – very good, darkening of metal in some pla...

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...

A gorgeous black silk clutch purse elaborately embroidered with a bird and flowers on the front and back. it has a gold metal frame, top snap closur...

Hands-down the most clever, unusual and sculptural evening bag we’ve seen, this extremely collectable handbag resembles a miniature 1930s steamer trunk—if steamer trunks had been surrounded by 24-karat gold plate filigree, that is. This incredible bag’s front face unlatches and lays flat to reveal a mirror on its interior face, an elastic band to hold its original comb and comb sleeve, and a series of padded silk moiré interior drawers and compartments. A handbag worthy of a trip on the Queen Mary...

Art Deco Sapphire and Ruby Set Micro Bead Bag from the 1940's set in sterling silver. Dozens of hand set rubies and sapphires are set in an openwork floral pattern. Plunger stone appears to be a green tourmaline. Open work back is elaborately hand etched silver. Exquisite craftsmanship with the frame, hand made in Italy with the micro glass bead hand base...

Vintage Whiting & Davis cream alumesh purse. enamel painted metal, gold metal frame, kiss lock closure, thick snake coil handle, navy blue silk faille lining. 👛 A wonderful piece o...

Charming satin evening bag with applied motif made of dozens of loops of bias satin to form an oversized flowerhead near clasp. Push button clasp. 1940's USA. 8" x 8" with 14" handle...

Koret Double Pouch Bag in black calf leather with caramel bakelite trim. A practical attached "change purse" is applied to the front. 1940's USA. Excellent condition. 10" wide x 9" ...

Classic Louis Vuitton trunk from the 1940s. 50 cm wide. Perfect for weekend trips or for storing items in the house. Case has "Louis Vuitton, Made In France, 149620" impressed on fro...

A spectacular midnight blue carnival glass beaded round box purse. The handbag has vertical raised pleats around it's circumference, a round base ...

Charming Art Deco Beaded Flower Bag from the 1940's, Belgium. 3D flower with pearly beaded petals on an oval form zippered base with silvery beaded loop ...

1930s/1940s handmade crewel work folk embroidered round bag, beautifully crafted in the golden era, boasts handmade crewel work and is adorned with charming folk embroidery in plush ...

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...

This beautiful and rare large 1940’s clutch bag, made up of black crochet stitches, in a raised pattern with circular crochet detailed frames, is the perfect statement accessory. ...

Custom Evening Bag made in the 1940's with a bakelite frame, adorned with a lovely Art Deco diamond basket on a French lame broche base. The tortoise bake...

Tiffany Pink Silk Lame Square Clutch with 14k gold tips at corners to protect for wear. Silk moire lining, with handle which folds flat. Deep Rose pink wi...

Fabulous 1940s Brown Harlequin Patchwork Alligator Envelope Clutch w Tab Closure: A great, sleek true 1940s handbag, in mint condition with a acetate satin lining. A classic that wil...

Amazing French Chinoiserie Embroidered Sequin Clutch with enameled silver frame. Beautifully hand embroidered with gold and silver tinsel threads over gold sequins on a vibrant purpl...

Jet Caviar Beaded Bag with Self Bead Coil Handles from the 1940's. Snap tight clasp closure. Beautiful quality. 1940's USA. 6"h x 9" x 3.5", Handles add 5" in height. Excellent con...

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 ...

Custom vintage Louis Vuitton trunk from the 1940s. Stunning display piece with irregular shape/opening. Perfect for storing papers, books or small items for trips or in the house. Ca...

A black wool felt clutch is appliqued on the front side with a cheerful yellow checker taxi cab carrying two passengers. It is surrounded by embroidered names of chic retail stores i...

A hand embroidered bag all around. Colorful roses with buds and leaves on a light green background. Inside lined light leather with a zipper compartment and 3 other compartments. The...

1940s Black Felt Handbag w Large Bakelite Frame and Loop Handle: Triangular shaped bag with single loop handle and pointed corners. Beautiful caramel colo...

Classic vintage Goyard trunk. Wooden frame wrapped in the iconic Goyard canvas print with saddle leather and brass hardware. Incredible patina and colorin...

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...

A gorgeous Indian-inspired 1940s Harry Rosenfeld sage green velvet envelope clutch with a classic Indian floral design, beaded and embroidered flap in gunmetal, copper and rose gold ...

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...

This timeless collectable from the 1950s is an oversized, eyecaticng statement piece that adds a hint of tastful clamur to any ensable. Suptous cut velvet - chenille fabric in mult-l...

A beautiful fine black glass beaded by Delill in and intracate square pattern. It has a top handle, top black glass button closure and is silk lined with an inner pocket. Height 8"...

Unusual gilt metal mesh clutch from the 1940's. Paste set frame with paste toggle. Extremely supple mesh lined in peach rayon.
Origin: US Zone Germa...

An eye-catching alternative to the traditional gold and silver metal mesh for which the company is famous, this rare enamel plated mesh version also features a unique Bakelite top fr...

Vibrantly colored abstract patterned beaded clutch circa 1950s. Lined in blue and gold striped lurex from the period. Snap closure.
Excellent condit...

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...

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...