This is a stunning bag with bright sparkling crystals.
Both sides present a sparkling crystal chandelier on a black background with red scrolls of crystals at the edges, that glitter as this bag moves when worn as a shoulder bag.
Wear as either a tiny purse on a chain strap, or as a clutch purse when the chain is either detached or tucked inside the minaudiere.
The perfect gift for any occasion you can think up!
My Judith Leiber purses, especially her decidedly unusual minaudieres like this one, bring multiple compliments every time I wear one. While I have never worn this minaudiere, you will find that this little gem will most assuredly do that!
MEASUREMENTS, CONDITION AND OTHER:
Oval in design: 4.5" wide, 3.25" tall, 1.5-1.75" deep (front and back are slightly rounded)
Chain strap has 24" drop to top of purse when in use.
Crystal embellished push lock snap closure.
Gold tone metal hardware.
Interior gold metallic leather.
Accessories include: tiny gold leather coin purse, tiny 2-sided mirror enclosed in its own Judith Leiber dust bag.
Please note that I was not able to purchase either the Original Judith Leiber Box or Dust Bag with this minaudiere. So I purchased a strong small elegant cardboard box, much like a Judith Leiber one with a fold-over top, but smaller to suit the size of this minaudiere. And I put this minaudiere into its own jewelry dust bag.
This minaudiere presents in excellent condition, with no wear present. I have found no missing crystals on this bag.
Since receipt, this item is has never been out of its dust bag or box described above except to be photographed for this listing.
SIGNATURE:
Judith Leiber New York Plaque
ABOUT JUDITH LEIBER:
Since 1963 Judith Leiber has been amazing the American population with her designs which have numbered nearly 4000. Transforming from her classic style bags to the novelty minaudieres took the world by storm and brought Judith Leiber her lasting fame that continues today to result in her pieces being highly sought after for their couture style. The word "minaudiere" comes from a French term for "silly little trifle." This accurately represents Judith Leiber's highly original, often amusing, quirky, or whimsical tiny bags. Each one is impeccably hand fabricated--using tweezers to place Austrian crystals one by one that form the resultant delightful conversation pieces. Judith Leiber amazing creations are prized by celebrities for wear on the Red Carpets, First Ladies of the US for Presidential Inauguration balls, and private collectors around the world who continue to pay high prices for her iconic pieces. And, of course, anyone who likes to be noticed adores these tiny minaudieres! I have never worn one of my own and not gotten one or several exclamations of approval by other women admiring the intricate workmanship and design. Judith Leiber pieces are owned by museums across the globe, including the Metroploitan Museum of Art in New York (with over 100 in their collection), the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.
SELLER'S NOTE:
I have been a Judith Leiber Collector for many years. While I dearly love all Judith Leiber minaudiere purses, I wear only a few of those I have purchased. Thus, I have decided to sell most of my Judith Leiber collection--primarily the minaudiere, or unusual classic-style bags which I have never or rarely worn. All my Judith Leiber minaudieres for sale are retired, many vintage, all no longer available on the retail market, many rare and difficult to find. This is one such bag--pre-owned, but not worn by me and apparently never worn, which has been stored in its dust bag and box since purchase.
I will be adding more Judith Lieber purses (primarily minaudieres), so be sure to check my other listings for more offerings.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON ITEM PRICE:
I am not in the sales profession; my intent is to find homes for the collectible purses I have elected to sell. The entire Judith Leiber line is fabulous and worthy of its high retail price. My Listing Price is less than my original cost in order to give others a chance to enjoy this remarkable line. If I have listed this item as available for a Best Offer, please understand that:
(1) the asking price is exceptionally good, well below any retail price and most, if not all, e-Bay listings,
(2) this is NOT a forced sale,
(3) and I will consider only reasonable offers.
Please take the above into account if you choose to make a Best Offer.
Because I continue to receive unreasonable low offers for Judith Leiber items I have listed to date, this item, unfortunately, has a minimum bid amount, to allow offers to be in a reasonable price range for the Judith Leiber line of products.
Thank you for your consideration.
My home is a smoke free environment.
Be sure to ask if you have any questions regarding this item and view all pictures carefully, as they are a part of the description.
We do not accept returns.
Please pay within 3 days of auction.
SHIPPING:
This item will be shipped Priority Mail with tracking and signature acceptance to the e-Bay Authentication Center within 3 business days after receipt of payment, from which it will be sent on to you. I also insure the package at my own cost (which could run $50 or more) to make sure it arrives safely.
At this time we do not ship outside the USA. or to US territories.
Thank you for your interest and your kind understanding!