1920s/1930s Black and White Beaded Purse
We think that this purse's combination of black and white beads gives such a striking effect - it is also a colour combination which has timeless style. The exterior of the purse is beaded throughout, with the rounded white beads arranged to form circles and leaf-type shapes. The patterns are...
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| 1920s French Evening Bag with Art Deco Fabric
What stood out to us immediately on seeing this evening bag was the use of a striking Art Deco pattern for its textile body! It also seems fitting that the bag hails from France, as the term 'Art Deco' derives from the title of a major exhibition held in Paris in 1925 - this was the 'Exposition...
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| 1930s Art Deco Clutch Bag in Green Suede
This striking clutch bag effortlessly exudes art deco style! Made from soft suede in a deep green shade, its front is embellished with a simple pattern of curves, whilst the back of the bag features a suede strap handle. The silvertone metal frame has the sleek and gleaming appearance of...
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| 1960s/1970s Dark Brown Crocodile Skin Handbag
We love the neat size and clean-lined design of this desirable handbag! Rectangular shaped, it has a front, back, top and handle of crocodile skin in a rich, deep brown colour, whilst the base and sides are formed from leather in a matching dark brown shade. The variety in the scales of the...
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c1930s Evening Bag with Petit Point Classical Scene
We love the abundance of decorative detail displayed by this evening bag! The body of the bag is covered with intricate petit point needlework; this depicts flowers, animals and at the centre, a scene showing classically-dressed women, who are dancing and playing music. The drapery worn by the...
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| 1950s Black Fabric Bag with Goldtone Handle by Mel-ton
We love the simple, yet striking design of this unusual handbag! The body of the bag is a rounded shape, and is formed from black fabric which has the feel of wool felt. The fabric is a robust type, and is surprisingly soft to the touch. It falls in folds at both the front and back of the bag,...
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c1950s Black Fabric Bag with Gathered Detail
We think this eyecatching fabric bag creates an impact with its gathered decoration, which adorns both the front and back. The body of the bag is formed from robust black fabric - we are unsure of the particular type of fabric, but it reveals almost a suede-like, soft feel when touched. The...
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| c1940s Black Evening Bag with Transparent Frame Detail
This dainty little evening bag caught our eye with its transparent frame detail! The body of the bag is formed from black fabric, whose soft folds change into a tightly gathered formation where the fabric meets the frame. The double handles are also made from the same black fabric. The rounded...
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