At the beginning of the 20th century, ladies picked their accessories thoughtfully. For instance, their handbags and purses. Most of such pieces were handmade and elaborately decorated with beading, embroidery, metal decorations, and many other embellishments. Every woman dreamed about purses like this 100 years ago. This was the era of elegant and sophisticated women’s accessories, masterpieces worn in daily life. We’d like to show you here a few magnificent purses from the early 20th century that are now stored in museums and only presented to the public from time to time.
Female accessories, the beginning of the 20th century. Three purses and a pair of high leather gloves
Beautiful clutch with fine clasp, the early 20th century. It is embellished with lovely embroidery
Small handbag with chain handle, the beginning of the 20th century. The bag is adorned with fine beadwork
Tiny pouch, the beginning of the 20th century. It is decorated with beading and beaded fringe trim
Chain-weaved theatre handbag, the early 20th century
Small handbag, the early 20th century. The bag is embroidered and has chain handle
Small leather purse with chain handle and ornate clasp, the beginning of the 20th century
