





Vintage Anton Pieck Wooden Octagon Box Purse Lucite Handle Brass Clasp
This vintage wooden box purse from the 1960s features the charming illustrations of Anton Pieck, the Dutch artist celebrated for his nostalgic and storybook-style depictions of European town life. Each side of the purse is decorated with Pieck’s intricate village and market scenes, showcasing bustling shops, horse-drawn carriages, and lively street views. The detailed decoupage panels transform the purse into a wearable piece of art.
The purse is octagon-shaped with a structured wooden frame and fitted with a smoke-brown Lucite handle, brass clasp closure, and red fabric-lined interior. A small mirror is inset inside the lid, a practical and decorative detail. Its size makes it suitable for light use as a handbag or as a collectible display piece for vintage and folk art enthusiasts.
Anton Pieck’s illustrations are highly collectible, and this purse embodies mid-20th-century novelty fashion with both artistic and functional appeal. Ideal for collectors of Pieck artwork, vintage handbags, and unique mid-century accessories.
Product Details:
Brand: Unmarked
Manufacturer: Unknown
Material: Wood, Lucite, brass hardware, fabric lining
Collection / Pattern: Anton Pieck village and market illustrations
Color: Multicolor illustrations; brown wooden frame; smoke Lucite handle; red fabric interior
Estimated Era / Date: 1960s
Origin: Likely USA, featuring Dutch Anton Pieck artwork
Style / Design Notes: Mid-century novelty box purse with Anton Pieck decoupage artwork, Lucite handle, and brass clasp closure
Features:
Octagon-shaped wooden box purse featuring Anton Pieck artwork
Original smoke-brown Lucite handle
Brass clasp closure with red fabric lining and inset mirror
Decorated with decoupage village and market scenes
Functional handbag or collectible decorative accessory
Dimensions:
Height (including handle): approx. 9 in (23 cm)
Width: 7 in (18 cm)
Depth: 6 in (15 cm)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The exterior is free of chips, cracks, or noticeable wear. The illustrations remain vivid and clear. Interior lining is clean with no stains or tears. Mirror intact. Minor age-appropriate patina on hardware.