Bonhams Realizes $441,293 in Chanel: From The Vault II Auction

In a sale that closed on 17 September 2026, Bonhams realized $441,293^[1] in its online auction, Chanel: From The Vault II. The auction house successfully sold 227 of 273 lots, representing an 83.2% sell-through^[1] rate. Bonhams served as the official result source for the sale, documenting the final outcomes across a diverse range of handbags, jewelry, and ready-to-wear garments. The auction highlights the market's continued interest in specific collectible categories, particularly limited-edition minaudières, classic tweed ensembles, and rare leather goods that span several decades of Chanel's design history.

Among the standout pieces in the auction was a whimsical bird cage design that represents the brand's high-craft Métiers d'Art collections. The gold-tone cage exterior is adorned with simulated turquoise, multi-tone strass crystals, and CC logo details, complete with a love bird detail at the faux hinged door and an optional black suede pouch insert with metallic gold leather lining. Another notable lot was a fully sequined houndstooth gown and jacket ensemble from the Spring/Summer collection, featuring a bias-cut fit and a silk interior lining. Accessories also performed notably, including a metallic pale gold quilted lambskin heart bag, which features light gold-tone hardware and a leather-and-chain shoulder strap, and a small wicker vanity case from the Spring/Summer collection, crafted from black patent leather and natural wicker.

The final results of the sale demonstrate a steady demand for both vintage ready-to-wear garments and contemporary leather accessories. Collectors continue to seek out pieces that showcase the brand's signature motifs, such as the classic tweed textures, houndstooth patterns, and playful handbag shapes that have defined the house's aesthetic over the years.