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An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The main difference between Chloé and See by Chloé bags is the vision behind their designs. See by Chloé is a brand geared toward the tastes of a younger audience, while Chloé bags have a more timeless romantic style that appeals to a broad range of ages. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Chloe bags.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024You can see Magritte paintings in many locations. The Magritte Museum in Brussels, Belgium, has the largest collection, with more than 200 paintings and prints on display. Other museums that have Magritte pieces in their collections include the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, New York; the Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois; the Museum of Modern Art in San Francisco, California; the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art in Rome, Italy; and the Museum Folkwang in Essen, Germany. On 1stDibs, find a selection of René Magritte art from some of the world's top dealers and galleries.
- Where can I see a James Turrell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024You can see James Turrell’s art in many places. Most encounters with Turrell’s art are site-specific, such as his series of Skyspaces, which includes more than 80 chambers around the globe with apertures open to the sky. The 1996 Celestial Vault is situated in an artificial crater in the Netherlands, where visitors can contemplate the contour where Earth meets sky. The James Turrell Museum in Bodega Colomé, Argentina, is home to the largest collection of his work. In the U.S., you can find Turrell's paintings in the collections of many major museums, such as the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. Shop a variety of James Turrell art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024You can see Turner's paintings at many museums. One of the largest collections of the artist's works is in the Clore Gallery at the Tate Britain in London. In the U.S., pieces by J. M. W. Turner are in the collections of many institutions, including the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC; the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the Getty in Los Angeles. Find a wide variety of fine art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers on 1stDibs.
- Where can I see Yves Klein?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In the U.S., you can see Yves Klein art at a number of museums. They include the Museum of Modern Art in New York, New York; the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco in San Francisco, California; and the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Yves Klein art.
- Where can I see Degas paintings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024You can see Degas paintings in many places. In the United States, his works are in the collections of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC; the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York; the Getty in Los Angeles; the Art Institute of Chicago; the Detroit Institute of Arts and the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. His works are also in the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, the National Gallery in London and many other museums. Explore an assortment of Edgar Degas art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024You can see Max Ernst paintings in many places around the world. The Max Ernst Museum Brühl des LVR in Brühl, Germany, is home to one of the largest exhibitions of his work. Other museums that have Max Ernst paintings in their permanent collections include the Museum of Modern Art in New York, New York; the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art in San Francisco, California; the Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois and the Detroit Institute of Arts in Detroit, Michigan. Explore a range of Max Ernst art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024You can see Paul Klee paintings in many locations around the world. In the U.S., you'll find his works in the collections of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art in San Francisco, California; the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, New York; the Phillips Collection in Washington, D.C.; the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, in Houston, Texas; and the Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois. Klee's paintings are also in many international museums, such as the Franz Marc Museum in Kochel, Germany; the Fondation Beyeler in Riehen, Switzerland; the Kunstmuseum Basel in Basel, Switzerland; and the Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum in Madrid, Spain. Shop a selection of Paul Klee art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024You can see Bridget Riley paintings in a few locations. Her works are part of the permanent collections of several major museums, including the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, DC, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and the Tate Modern in London. In addition, institutions around the world frequently hold special exhibitions featuring her paintings and drawings. Shop a variety of Bridget Riley art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024You can see Robert Mapplethorpe art in a number of museums. His work is in the collections of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art in San Francisco, California; the SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah, Georgia; the George Eastman Museum in Rochester, New York; the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City, New York; the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, California; the Dulwich Picture Gallery in London, UK; and many other institutions. In addition, museums frequently feature his work in special exhibitions. Check the Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation website for a list of upcoming exhibits. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Robert Mapplethorpe art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can see Yoshitomo Nara's art in a number of museums around the world. In the U.S., the Los Angeles County Museum of Art in Los Angeles, California, and the Pace Gallery in New York City, New York, both have some of his work in their permanent collections. You'll find a variety of Yoshitomo Nara art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024You can see Helen Frankenthaler paintings in a few places. Her works are part of the permanent collections at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art in California and the Chrysler Museum of Art in Norfolk, Virginia. In addition, the artist's paintings are often part of exhibitions around the world. Check the official website of the Helen Frankenthaler Foundation for upcoming dates and locations. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Helen Frankenthaler art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024You can see Alphonse Mucha paintings in a variety of places. The Mucha Museum in Prague is home to one of the largest collections of the artist's work. In the U.S., you can find Alphonse Mucha paintings in the collections of the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, Texas; the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond, Virginia; the Getty in Los Angeles, California; the Baltimore Museum of Art in Baltimore, Maryland and the Chrysler Museum of Art in Norfolk, Virginia. Shop a variety of Alphonse Mucha art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can see Keith Haring art at many museums in North America, Europe and Asia. In New York City, some of his pieces hang in the Museum of Modern Art and the Museum of the City of New York. Some of his murals remain in the city, as well. A map of all of the existing murals is available on the Keith Haring Foundation's website. Shop a collection of Keith Haring art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In Tokyo, you can see Takashi Murakami at the Mori Art Museum as well as in various galleries. The artist's work is also on display at other museums around the world, including The Museum of Modern Art in New York, New York, and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, Massachusetts. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Takashi Murakami art.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Where you can see Damien Hirst's art varies. His works are in the collections of major museums, including the Broad in Los Angeles, the Tate Britain in London and the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Museum of Modern Art in New York City. Galleries, such as Gagosian in London, and museums, such as the Museo Jumex in Mexico City, have also hosted exhibitions of his works. Explore a range of Damien Hirst art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024You can see Cy Twombly’s paintings in a number of locations. The Museum Brandhorst in Munich, Germany, holds one of the largest collections of the American artist's work. In the U.S., you can find Cy Twombly paintings in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, New York; the Milwaukee Art Museum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and the Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Cy Twombly art.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024You can see Jackson Pollock paintings at a variety of museums in the U.S. and abroad. The artist's pieces are part of the collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, New York; the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art in San Francisco, California; the Chrysler Museum of Art in Norfolk, Virginia; the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois; and other institutions. Internationally, Pollock paintings hang in the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art in Rome, Italy; the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, Italy; the Tate Gallery in London, UK; and other museums. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Jackson Pollock art.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024You can see Joan Mitchell's paintings in many locations. Her art hangs in museums in more than 25 states. Some American museums that have Mitchell's pieces in their collections include The Museum of Modern Art in New York City, New York; the Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois; and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art in San Francisco, California. Institutions outside of the U.S. also display the artist's works. Among them are the Centre Pompidou in Paris, France; The Tate Gallery in London, UK; Musée des Beaux-Arts de Montréal in Montreal, Canada; and the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne, Australia. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Joan Mitchell art.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, artists do seem to see the world differently. Science has even confirmed it. Studies have shown that successful artists tend to focus on their entire field of vision rather than on the individual objects that fill it. Researchers speculate that this may give artists the unique ability to notice shadows and contrasts that other people are unlikely to perceive. Explore a wide range of fine art on 1stDibs.
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