Austria Purse
1850 Austrian Enamel Coin Purse
Located in Vienna, AT
For sale is a unique little Biedermeier coin purse. Its case is made of brass covered in royal blue
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Poodle Dog Holding Purse Austrian Vienna Bronze Circa 1900 Miniature Bronze
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A WHITE POODLE DOG CARRYING A PURSE.
This wonderful
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Early 20th Century Austrian Gilded Age Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Swarovski Crystal Beaded Calfskin Leather Clutch
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in North Miami, FL
Austria. Coca Chanel was one of the Swarovski's first customers and then the designers of Dior, Armani
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Early 2000s Austrian Clutches
Nina Ricci Black Ottoman Clutch
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Nina Ricci -(Made in Austria) Black ottoman clutch.
Additional information:
Dimensions: Length
Category
1980s Austrian Clutches
Nina Ricci Evening Bag in Printed Satin, circa 1985-1990s
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Nina Ricci (Made in Austria) Evening bag in satin printed with small bags pattern. It features a
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1980s Austrian Structured Shoulder Bags
Pave Rhinestone Studded Evening Bag
By Neiman Marcus
Located in New York, NY
emerald cut crystals across the top. 1960's Austrian. Satin lined. Excellent condition.
10" x 6" flat
Category
1960s Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Wiener Werkstatt Beaded Bag Maria Likarz (attributed(
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Sharon, CT
Extraordinary and rare bag from the Wiener Werstatte. Fine bright red beads, abstract design with kid leather lining. We are attributing our bag to Maria Likarz-Strauss, based on a...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Wiener Werkstatte Graphic Turquoise Blue Beaded Bag with Frame
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in New Hope, PA
From a Beverly Hills collector, this Wiener Werkstatte bag has a bold and graphic design executed in navy blue, gold, brick red and metallic beads, all set against a beaded turquoise...
Category
20th Century Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Art Deco Precious Stone Jeweled Lame Evening Bag
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Evening Bag of sterling silver set with precious stones such as aquamarines, emeralds and rubies in the Neoclassical taste. The tightly gathered pouch body of the bag is of...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Recent Sales
1900s Petit Point Purse
Located in Bozeman, MT
anniversary this November. See you there!
Obsessions with purses aren't a contemporary
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Late 19th Century Austrian Edwardian Handbags and Purses
Circa 1920s Austrian Jeweled and Enameled Powder Compact
Located in Long Beach, CA
Circa 1920s gold tone Austrian powder compact with an engine turned design around the sides and on
Category
1920s Austrian Wallets and Small Accessories
Antique Austrian Leather Purse Tortoise Shell & Enamel Sterling Evening Purse
Located in San Marcos, CA
Elegant as they come, this shell faced evening purse is accented by a fine sterling silver frame
Category
20th Century Austrian Edwardian Jewelry & Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
1970's NINA RICCI PARIS Austrian crystal evening minaudière bag
By Gerard Pipart
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Gorgeous, 1970's, NINA RICCI PARIS, Austrian crystal embellished minaudière.
This dazzling
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1970s Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Judith Leiber Silver Black Polka Dot Austrian Crystals "Sleeping Cat" Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Chicago, IL
Black, silver, and gold Austrian crystals truly sparkle on this "Sleeping Cat" clutch from Judith
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Clutches
14k Deco-Inspired Evening Cigarette Case for Purse/Handbag by Nettie Rosenstein
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in New York, NY
14 karat Deco-inspired evening CIGARETTE CASE for the purse or handbag by the renowned Austrian
Category
20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
H 1.07 in W 1.07 in L 3.71 in
1920s Austrian Tapestry Bag
Located in London, GB
. This piece is fully lined in pale pink silk with two small internal pockets. Made in Austria and in
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Late 19th Century Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
60s Walborg Austrian Crystal Aurora Borealis Beaded Handbag
By Walborg
Located in Gresham, OR
A handmade Belgian crystal beaded handbag from Walborg in the 60s. Aurora borealis and clear crystal beads with silver tone frame and chain.
Category
1960s Belgian Handbags and Purses
Austrian Petit Point Handbag With Compact & Cigarette Case, 1930’s
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charmingly unique 1930’s Austrian petit point handbag with double compartments and coordinating
Category
1930s Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Kayman Coffee Brown Alligator Speedy Handbag, Circa 2000
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a brand new coffee brown alligator speedy handbag from Austria. It has two 6.5" handles
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Handbags and Purses
Custom Made White and Pink Rhinestone Handbag, Circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a very rare, and beautiful white and pink rhinestone handbag with "star bursts", from the 1960's. The handbag has a 6" thin gold coil chain handle, a very detailed gold flip ...
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1960s Austrian Handbags and Purses
Wiener Werkstatte Leather Clutch with Original Box
Located in New Hope, PA
A fine and rare Wiener Werkstatte clutch handbag is decorated with concentric golden circles on the exterior of this pristine black leather bag. The interior of the bag is black moir...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Clutches
Wiener Werkstatte Beaded Bag with Striking Enamel Frame
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in New Hope, PA
purse on a chain. The bag is in excellent condition.
Category
20th Century Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Nina Ricci Red Ottoman Bag
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Nina Ricci -(Made in Austria) Red ottoman bag.
Additional information:
Dimensions:
Height: 18
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1980s Austrian Structured Shoulder Bags
Crystal Leather Equine Minaudiere Clutch by Ermine Beverly Hills c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
: Ermine Beverly Hills
Hand Made in Austria
The chain strap drop length measures 25 inches
Category
1980s Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
H 4.25 in D 1.75 in L 7.75 in
Nina Ricci Black Satin Evening Bag
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Nina Ricci - (Made in Austria) Black satin evening bag adorned with a gold metal and rhinestone
Category
1980s Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Gold Mesh Box Bag
Located in Alford, MA
First time we've seen mesh applied to a box bag. Made in Austria, this 1960s unusual mesh shape
Category
1960s Austrian Top Handle Bags
Wiener Werkstatte Beaded Bag with Sophisticated Color Palette
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in New Hope, PA
From a Beverly Hills collector, this bag has a sophisticated color palette taking this micro beaded Wiener Werkstatte bag to the next level. The graphic design is worked in black, wh...
Category
20th Century Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Helmut Lang Woven Tote Leather Black Purse 90's
By Helmut Lang
Located in Berlin, DE
Helmut Lang 90's black woven purse with silver metal detail.
It has black lining with suede purse
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1990s Austrian Tote Bags
Jolles Original Austrian Petit Point Tapestry Evening Bag, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
square inch. This Austrian model is one of the most sought after brands of its time and contains 1600
Category
1930s Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
SAVANNA Silver Austrian Crystal Crossbody Chain Strap Minaudiere Handbag Clutch
Located in Thiensville, WI
Lined: Yes
Additional Details / Inclusions: Structured metal box purse; Austrian crystals; crystal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Clutches
1930s Black Leather Clutch
Located in Alford, MA
interior with side pockets, impressed in gold on one side "MADE IN AUSTRIA", on the other "B.Altman & Co.".
Category
1930s Austrian Clutches
Helmut Lang Black Large Tote Bag Archive
By Helmut Lang
Located in Berlin, DE
Helmut Lang tote bag from circa 90's.
Interesting texture of knitted black coated yarn has been pressed on textile.
With black lining, one inner pocket with zipper.
Measurements :
47...
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1990s Austrian Tote Bags
Jolles Original Micro Micro Needlepoint Tapertry of Roses Handbag
Located in New York, NY
Jolles Original (Austria) micro micro hand-done needlepoint tapertry of "Roses" handbag has a
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1940s Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
1950's Jolles Original Beaded Needlepoint Novelty Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
Prepare to be charmed by this 'crazy quilt' of a handbag from Jolles Original of Austria! Jolles
Category
1950s Austrian Top Handle Bags
Wiener Werkstatte Beaded Bag
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in New Hope, PA
From a Beverly Hills collector, this bag has a stunning color combination and a wonderfully graphic design done in micro beads. This drawstring bag is a stunning example of Wiener We...
Category
20th Century Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Wiener Werkstatte Drawstring Bag
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in New Hope, PA
From a Beverly Hills collector, a striking and graphic micro beaded Wiener Werkstatte design is worked on a deep red background, adding warmth and depth to the design. Teal blue bea...
Category
20th Century Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Antique Ruby Diamond Sterling Silver Cat Purse
Located in New York, NY
of cat. Ruby eyes; diamond collar with ruby.
2" long; 1 1/2" wide. Austrian 1915. Most endearing.
Category
Vintage 1910s Austrian More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Silver
Vintage blue/green leather beauty case, 9 blue enameled boxes, 19th C. Vienna
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A small original beauty case with many (5) original glass containers, all with blue emailed lids. Also a clothes brush, hairbrush, shoehorn, 2 perfume bottles with a glass stopper, a...
Category
Late 18th Century Austrian Cosmetic Bags
Austrian Crystal Black Suede Gold Tone Evening Bag
By Henryks Bijoux
Located in New York, NY
Black suede, Austrian crystal, and gold tone evening purse. Can be used as a clutch or with
Category
1970s Handbags and Purses
Judith Leiber Austrian Crystal Rubber Duck Minaudiere Evening Ba
By Judith Leiber
Located in NYC Tri-State/Miami, NY
Judith Leiber Austrian Crystal Rubber Duck Minaudiere Evening Bag
As always, another one of my
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Handbags and Purses
Chanel Paris-Salzburg Crest Austrian Messenger Embroidered Felt Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Paris-Salzburg Crest Austrian Messenger Embroidered Felt Small, crafted from blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Chanel Paris-Salzburg Crest Austrian Messenger Embroidered Felt Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Paris-Salzburg Crest Austrian Messenger Embroidered Felt Small, crafted from blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Chanel Paris-Salzburg Crest Austrian Messenger Embroidered Felt Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Paris-Salzburg Crest Austrian Messenger Embroidered Felt Small, crafted from blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Chanel Paris-Salzburg Austrian Flap Messenger Quilted Nubuck Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This Chanel Paris-Salzburg Austrian Flap Messenger Quilted Nubuck Small, crafted from black quilted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Chanel Paris-Salzburg Austrian Messenger Shearling with Suede Small
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
Model: Paris-Salzburg Austrian Messenger Shearling with Suede Small
Exterior Material: Shearling, Suede
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Chanel Paris-Salzburg Austrian Messenger Shearling with Suede Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
-Salzburg Austrian Messenger Shearling with Suede Medium
Exterior Material: Suede, Shearling
Exterior Color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Chanel Paris-Salzburg Austrian Messenger Shearling with Suede Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
"
Designer: Chanel
Model: Paris-Salzburg Austrian Messenger Shearling with Suede Medium
Exterior Material
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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Chanel Paris-Salzburg Austrian Messenger Shearling with Suede Medium
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
: Paris-Salzburg Austrian Messenger Shearling with Suede Medium
Exterior Material: Shearling, Suede
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Hermes Blue x Silver Tone Enamel PM Bracelet Bangle
By Hermès
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Hermes blue x silver Tone H bangle. Hermes Paris Made in Austria engavement on the inside. It looks
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Jewelry Rolls
Documented Leather Purse Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstatte ca. 1925
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
purse was crfted after a blueprint of Josef Hoffmann. It bears the three-line mark "Wiener Werk Stätte
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry
Large Leather Purse Josef Hoffmann Dagobert Peche Wiener Werkstatte
By Dagobert Peche, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
purse was crafted after a blueprint of Josef Hoffmann. The design for the decoration is by Dagobert
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Goatskin, Leather
Vintage Austria Jolles Original Tapestry Handbag
Located in New York, NY
is “Made In Austria”. It is in excellent condition.
Category
20th Century Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Rare and Unusual Abstract Leather Evening Bag Austria 1930's
Located in Lambertville, NJ
lived in Austria through the mid-30's and then immigrated to the United States pre-WWII. She believes
Category
1930s Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Mid-20th Century Silver Mesh & Austrian Crystal Evening Bag By, Whiting & Davis
By Whiting & Davis
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Silver Metal Mesh & Austrian Crystal Evening Bag By, Whiting & Davis
Category
Mid-20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières
W 3.5 in D 1 in L 6 in
Mid-Century Art Deco Silver Metal Mesh & Austrian Crystal Paste Evening Bag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid-Century Art Deco Silver Metal Mesh & Austrian Crystal Paste Soft Clutch Evening Bag By, Whiting
Category
Mid-20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières
Signed Judith Leiber "Champagne" Austrian Crystal Clutch/Purse, Never Used
By Judith Leiber
Located in Westport, CT
Signed authentic Judith Leiber "Champagne" Austrian crystal clutch/ purse - never used. Made in
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Crystal
1980-1990s Nina Ricci red green and gold evening bag.
By Nina Ricci
Located in Paris, FR
NINA RICCI (Made in Austria) Trapezoid shape evening shoulder bag. It is composed of fabric with
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1980s Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Josef Hoffmann Leather Purse Wiener Werkstatte 1920s
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
purse was crafted after a blueprint of Josef Hoffmann. The design for the decoration is by Dagobert
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Goatskin, Leather
Documented Leather Purse Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstatte ca. 1925
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
purse was crafted after a blueprint of Josef Hoffmann. It bears the three-line mark "Wiener Werk Stätte
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry
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Austria Purse For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary austria purse for your needs in our varied inventory. Many people prefer Beige, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Silver and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect austria purse may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 19th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. An accessory like this designed by Chanel, Judith Leiber and Whiting & Davis — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. Finding a austria purse for sale for women should be easy, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for men as well.
How Much is a Austria Purse?
Prices for a austria purse can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $135 and can go as high as $4,299, while, on average they fetch $1,480.
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