Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Lovely embroidered french purse with 18th Century scenes. Lavishly silk stitch embroidered and beautifully detailed. Clasp and hilt are gilded sterl...

Elegant 1960s Italian White Wicker and Brass Square Evening Bag This exquisite Italian evening bag is a timeless accessory that embodies refined elegance. This charming square-shaped...

This is a vintage Italian handbag that exudes classic elegance with a bold, sculptural twist. The handbag is made of smooth black leather with...

Gina Lollobrigida. 57 Chevys. Boomerang coffee tables. There was a time in the 50s when round was square and points meant progress. An icon of mid-century style, this classic geometric handbag...

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...

Mod orange sherbert textured bag in looped raffia from the 1960's Japan. Completely hand crochet with matching crochet handle. Bag 14" x 9" x 5", Plus 5" h...

Unusual hard bag by Walborg of martele burnt orange lucite hand "clad" with copper Art and Crafts patterns. Extremely strange and ugly in a 70's mash up way, almost like a light fixt...

1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetrical Closure. Inner lining and original coin purse is Koret signature red leather. Upper right hand corner is cu...

A wonderful vintage snakeskin handbag. This bag is not only a beautiful colour but large enough for todays essentials. It has a flap over o...

This Vintage Louis Vuitton Large Trunk with Wheels is a stunning and rare piece of luxury luggage that blends classic craftsmanship with modern functionality. Modern trunks are des...

1960s Vintage Tan Crocodile Hand/Shoulder Bag A great Vintage piece in very good clean condition, the bag has a choice of a single hand carrying handle and the addition of an over s...

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 ...

As intricate as an Italian mosaic but as impermeable as a safe, this handbag is both a strongbox and a piece of art. Fully crusted with seed beads—some of which are doubled for extra topography—the purse...

FERNANDES DESGRANGES - (Made in France) Burgundy leather rigid bag with tweed-like fabric. Bag from the 1960s. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 21 cm - Width: 29 ...

A ladylike staple accessory and a sign of good breeding, an alligator top handle bag remains as relevant today as it was a half-century ago. Pairs as effortlessly with denim and a trench as it does with a cocktail dress. This one has the very modern added benefit of being large enough to hold a 12-oz bottle of water too! (Please note that due to export restrictions this item may only be shipped to a US address.) Vintage alligator handbag with self-covered top frame and single top handle; interior zippered side pocket with open pocket beneath containing mirror and faux tortoise comb...

Enid Collins 1965 'Money Tree' Original box bag. Light wood background, hand painted with coin and jewel appliqué. Has a brass turn lock on an off white leather latch with matching o...

This vintage 1970s Italian handbag features a striking combination of green and black woven wicker, creating a textured and stylish design. The bag is structured with a rectangular s...

This vintage black leather Italian shoulder bag from the Sixties is a timeless masterpiece, reflecting the understated elegance of mid-century fashion. Crafted from luxurious black l...

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...

Beaded pouch purse in royal blue beads with loop beaded fringe and overlay beading in gunmetal. Drawstring closure in twisted rope.

Charming Lizard Mini Satchel in deep taupe lizard skin retailed by Alexanders, New York. The scale is diminutive and striking. It doesn't hold much, but, ...

Vintage 1960s embroidered black velvet Moroccan clutch. Beautiful 1960s black silk velvet embroidered evening jeweled luxury purse. The silk velvet rect...

Antique Moroccan Koran Scroll Talisman Box Amulet Holder Made of Metal Silvered Repousse. Large Berber tribal ethnic talisman pendant storage box with a lovely original patina, a rare, large amulet necklace probably from Morocco. Traditionally the case would have contained a small copy of the Koran or other protective religious verses or written incantations were sealed inside to protect the wearer. In square shape, silvered metal repousse talisman case which stored a miniature Koran or talisman considered to hold special protective powers. This ornate box is a Quran case or carrier and would have originally been worn by someone to protect from the evil eye. Silvered metal box with hanging charms that will makes sounds to push away any bad spirit when moving. As the wearer moves, a soft jingling sound is made by the dangle drops. Noise is thought to drive djinns (evil spirits) away.  The front has intricate, dense geometric design, the box opened from the top by sliding a small piece of metal. Large pendant with hanging amber colored beads, embossed silver metal with geometrical relief and repousse. This beautiful antique ethnic piece could be worn as a piece of jewelry pendant. Great Islamic Folk Art, metal work, bold, beautiful, great to use as a collectible Islamic object displayed on the wall or on a table. Material: nickel silvered metal. Circa 1920's. Probably from Morocco, but similar objects can also been found in Islamic country around the world in North Africa from Morocco to Algeria, and also in Asia,Afghanistan Oman, Malaysia, India Kashmir...

Black and gold caviar beaded evening purse Floral micro beaded design Gold jeweled clasp closure Black beaded strap Black silk lining Silk inn...

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

A fabulous and rare Vintage Nettie Rosenstein Evening Bag. A landscape cylinder inspired design is topped with a double handle and gloriously flaunts gold micro beading in a foliate ...

A chic vintage evening bag by Rene Mancini. In black satin with a flap over front with popper fastening, and an internal pouch pocket. The bag has attractive gold detail on the fro...

Super Unusual Italian Straw and Raffia Figural Bag from the 1950's. Designed in a triangular form, origami style with 2 compartments. Tiny chains suspended in the center hold the bam...

Subtly striking, this exquisite silk handbag features a muted Chinoiserie motif that would be remarkable on its own were it not upstaged by its unique figured brass top lid, which is...

Elegant vintage agenda cover by GUCCI crafted in black leather. It features a six ring binder inside and 5 side open slot inside. 'GUCCI - made in Italy' embossed inside. Measurement...

Lightweight and flexible, this beautiful evening bag is glamorous thanks to its scrolling beadwork but remains more understated than most Walborgs due to its matte black fabric groun...

UNKNOWN - (Made in France) Black leather bag with a briefcase style. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 26 cm - Width: 34 cm - Depth: 7 cm - Handle: 33 cm SKU:S123

Late 1930s to early 1940s brown Art Deco cordé purse with brass hardware frame and extra-wide arm handle. The bag is lined with brown twill and and has two pockets.

1940s twill hand bag in a rare tone of apricot twill. The closure is made of brass and designed into a decorative curse to match the decorative grip on the double sash handle. The in...

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 ...

Circa 1950 - France Elegant prototype evening handbag by Christian Dior (Attributed to) dating from the 1950s. Rigid bag in black suede printed and stamped in gold with small scale m...

Rialto NY Grey Lucite Vintage Handbag. This Rialto NY 1950's Grey Handbag is a stunning piece to add to any bag collection. The handle has a rhinestone det...

This 1960's Coblentz clutch is so timeless and elegant! Get your hands on this beautiful fold over style clutch that is soo reminiscent of the playful sophistication of the 1960s! Woven off-white clutch features a beautiful palette of pastel pink, green and blue flowers embroidered contrasted by yellow gold tone hardware. The gold tone clasp is the perfecting finishing touch and really elevates this clutch. Style this with a Miu Miu dress...

Vintage 1960s Zardozi Zari gemstone clutch. Beautiful 1960s Zardozi Zari gem-set black velvet and silk embroidered with beads evening jeweled luxury purse...

1950 Koret Tresor Stunning Floral Beaded Handbag In Green & Blue On White Background. Absolutely charming and a very functional size handbag by one of the...

Fabulous preowned vintage Bonnie Cashin for Coach mini tote bag, likely made in the 60s. Made from what Coach called "Mimosa" leather (almost a lim...

A beautifully hand stitched and sewn handbag with a charming antique rustic scene with two figures by master craftsmen and luxury good manufacturer Morabito. executed in silk, in fin...

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...

PACO RABANNE - (Made in France) Golden metal bag made of metallic pastilles tied with rings. 1969 design. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Height: 16 cm - Width: 24 cm - Depth...

This stunning piece is a beautiful example of Art Deco and post-war design, showcasing the sophisticated use of Bakelite in high fashion. The bag features a sleek, structured body cr...

Lilac sequins are sewn in a circular pattern on to to liac silk crepe. This is then rebeaded with loops of caviar beads in shades of lilac to pale pink in a floral or grape cluster ...

Vintage Glitter Handbag in Silver Vintage bag. Silver hardware and beads. Perfect for giving light to the outfit. Size: 11cmX10cm, the handle measure...

Pierre Balmain ParisBrown Leather & Coated Canvas. Spacious good medium size tote bag by Pierre Balmain Paris. It is in waxed canvas monogrammed with the first logo of the Maison Pierre Balmain Paris. Vintage Balmain medium sized brown oiled canvas tote bag. It features brass hardware, two top handles and a top zip. The interior is fully lined with and has one main compartment with zippered pocket. The details the top handles are in leather. Vintage Balmain Tote Zipper Top Bag. by Pierre Balmain Paris made in France. Condition see pictures. Dimensions: 11 inches Wide x 8 inches Height without handles x 6" inches Depth. Very rare collectible vintage women bag...

A cut vintage black felt bag that is large enough for todays essentials. The bag has gathering at the top, and is top handle. Measurements: width 11 1/2'', h...

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...

PACO RABANNE - (Made in France) Shiny emerald-color Alligator bag trimmed with silvery metal pierced pastilles, with a handle. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 20...

vintage ethnic Berber hand tooled and embroidered leather satchel shoulder cross body bag. Handcrafted by the Berber artisans from the Rif Mountains in North Morocco Africa. Great M...

This is an authentic, vintage Bonnie Cashin for Coach Classic Shopping Tote, aka The Large Shopping Tote, dating to the mid 1960s. Crafted from sturdy crushed black cowhide leather, ...

Classic vintage 1950s Louis Vuitton duffle bag. Perfect for weekend trips, this LV monogram print duffle is made with saddle leather and brass hardware and wrapped in the iconic Loui...

1960s Mod Mantessa Italian Turquoise and White Bead Balls Linking Gold Rings and Clear Lucite Mini-Tote: Beaded handle, No top closure. Fits cell phone perfectly. Measures 7.5 x 5.

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...

Unusual rectangular box bag in orange cut velvet with metal handle in gold accented in silver.The rectangular clasp pulls down to open the bag. Black faille...

1950s Black & Cream Crochet Drawstring Pouch Handbag W Stripes & Square Beads. Bullseye-resin bottom.

Hermès - (Made in France) Tiny silver minaudiere. It could have been used as a powder compact. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 9 cm x 7 cm x 2 cm ...

DUC - Black leather vintage bag with golden metal. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 26 cm - Height: 17 cm - Depth: 4 cm - Handle: 55 cm SKU:S330