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 Judith Leiber Rabbit Minaudiere in Gold: Vintage
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     A book piece, a similar rabbit minaudière is prominently displayed on page 140 of "The Artful Handbag" by Enid Nemy.

This Judith Leiber bunny rabbit is a fabulous bag that shows off her restraint in terms of crystal use. This bunny is largely done in florentined brushed gold metal, with silver crystal ears, face, feet and tail. He has carnelian Cabochon eyes, and a push-lock clasp that opens to reveal a gold leather interior. 

This bag is part beaded and part florentined by hand, a Venetian technique characterised by its embodiment of a painterly style and an enhanced degree of naturalism. The Florentine effect is achieved by several layered brushstrokes on the gold tone metal surface that define the desired form of a gift box.

Leiber pays close attention to the effects of light on the surface, and has brought this knowledge of light into play in this rabbit Minaudiere using the reflected light on the surface to create both movement and volume. The stylized shape, the Florentine surface, the sleek and clean lines all condense the Art Deco features in this Minaudiere.

Design Inspiration : a Tea Cozy in 1969
Jeweled minaudière in rabbit form from the pet animal collection. features:

  • Hand polished garnet cabochon Gems adorn the eyes
  • Rhine stones partially adorn the body
  • Slide the clasp to open the minaudière
  • Hand applied Austrian crystals
  • Gold-tone hardware
  • Drop-in chain
  • Fully lined with gold-tone leather lame' interior lining
  • Two interior compartments
  • Estimated from 1987
  • Made in Italy

Stamps/Signature: Interior signature name tag.

Style Notes: Invest in this Judith Leiber's covetable gold and rhine fine crystal-embellished rabbit clutch. Wear it over your shoulder or hold it in your hand to give every cocktail look a hit of playful decadance. 

·   Create an immediate visual sensation with this stunning evening bag

·    Highly collectible book peice

About Judith Leiber

Minaudieres by Judith Leiber are a rare blend of art and utility. After establishing her own brand in 1963, Judith Leiber began crafting ingenious shapes that are brilliantly and meticulously beaded with Austrian crystals.

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