Hermes & Chanel Collector Handbags

Some wish lists develop a very clear point of view. The October 15 auction speaks to the handbag collector who knows the houses, watches the proportions and enjoys deciding which silhouette comes next. From compact companions to generous carryalls, the selection gives familiar signatures plenty of room to show their differences. Hermes leads this 504-lot catalogue with 213 pieces, followed by Chanel with 136, Goyard with 65, Louis Vuitton with 54 and Christian Dior with 36. Handbags account for 502 lots, with one wallet and one necklace completing the mix. This is an evening for those whose attention naturally turns...