Art Deco beaded bags come in a wide range of designs. Some were framed but reticule purses were also popular. Many would have geometric designs. Bakelite became popular and some of the frames were made from this. They varied from plain designs to elaborate designs such as fish or birds. Some of these frames are desirable in their own right.
Below are some examples and price guides of Art Deco beaded bags / purses including a micro beaded purse with a celluloid frame depicting birds and a geometric micro bead reticule purse.
Art Deco Micro Beaded Purse With Celluloid Frame
losses, good overall, early 20th c
Sold for US$250 at Dixon’s Crumpton Auction in 2023
Vintage Art Deco micro beaded purse or bag with bakelite frame and beaded handle; double sided identical in color and pattern, finished with loop fringe. Approx. overall length including chain handle 18.25 in.
Sold for US$50 at Gallery 63 in 2023
German Art Deco / Jugendstil micro glass beaded reticule purse handbag with polychrome geometric design and drawstring closure. 9″ H x 6″ W.
Sold for US$350 at Auctions at Showplace in 2022
Antique Vintage Art Deco micro glass beaded scenic village landscape purse in shades of pink, green and black with metal box frame, chain handle and purple and black glass bead fringe loops. 11 1/2″H x 6″W, 7″H (strap drop)
Sold for US$225 at Ripley Auctions in 2023
Wiener Werkstatte Austrian Art Deco / Jugendstil glass beaded reticule purse handbag decorated with a polychrome geometric floral motif, drawstring closure. 10.5″ H x 7″ W.
Sold for US$300 at Auctions at Showplace in 2023
