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Late 1960s/Early 1970s Judith Leiber Bag with Faux Gilt Straps
Late 1960s/Early 1970s Judith Leiber Bag with Faux Gilt Straps

Late 1960s/Early 1970s Judith Leiber Bag with Faux Gilt Straps

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Flawlessly crafted Judith Leiber bag from the late 1960s/early 1970s. Smooth calfskin leather with

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1960s American Handbags and Purses

1970s Judith Leiber Chocolate Brown Leather Evening Bag
1970s Judith Leiber Chocolate Brown Leather Evening Bag

1970s Judith Leiber Chocolate Brown Leather Evening Bag

Located in New York City, NY

We love the unique shape of this smart leather mini purse by iconic bag designer Judith Leiber

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1970s Evening Bags and Minaudières

1970's Judith Leiber Gold Clutch
1970's Judith Leiber Gold Clutch

1970's Judith Leiber Gold Clutch

By Judith Leiber

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Elegant 1970's Judith Leiber gold stencilled beige suede clutch with opaque white marcasite covered

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1970s American Clutches

1970's Judith Leiber Navy Lizard Skin Belt
1970's Judith Leiber Navy Lizard Skin Belt

1970's Judith Leiber Navy Lizard Skin Belt

By Judith Leiber

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Immaculate 1970’s Judith Leiber navy lizard skin belt. Adjustable belt fastens at the front with a

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1970s American Belts

1970's Judith Leiber Ostrich Belt with Shell Buckle
1970's Judith Leiber Ostrich Belt with Shell Buckle

1970's Judith Leiber Ostrich Belt with Shell Buckle

By Judith Leiber

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Eye catching, mint condition, 1970’s Judith Leiber beige belt made from ostrich skin with an

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1970s American Belts

1970's Judith Leiber gilt belt with semi-precious cabochons

1970's Judith Leiber gilt belt with semi-precious cabochons

By Judith Leiber

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Judith Leiber gold gilt link belt with semiprecious cabochon stones dating to the 1970's. Hook

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1970s American Belts

1970's Judith Leiber Navy Lizard Belt with Multi Colored Stones
1970's Judith Leiber Navy Lizard Belt with Multi Colored Stones

1970's Judith Leiber Navy Lizard Belt with Multi Colored Stones

By Judith Leiber

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Amazing 1970’s Judith Leiber navy lizard belt with a beautiful multi-colored stone buckle. The

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1970s American Belts

1970's Judith Leiber Gold Filigree Mughal Style Emerald Green Belt
1970's Judith Leiber Gold Filigree Mughal Style Emerald Green Belt

1970's Judith Leiber Gold Filigree Mughal Style Emerald Green Belt

By Judith Leiber

Located in Atlanta, GA

Opulence abounds with this rich Judith Leiber for Saks Fifth Avenue gold filigree green suede belt

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1970s American Belts

Judith Leiber Vintage Silver & Gold Repousse Handbag - circa 1970s
Judith Leiber Vintage Silver & Gold Repousse Handbag - circa 1970s

Judith Leiber Vintage Silver & Gold Repousse Handbag - circa 1970s

By Judith Leiber

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Judith Leiber Vintage Silver & Gold Repousse Handbag - circa 1970s. This bag is in very good

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1970s American Handbags and Purses

Judith Leiber Asian Motif Silk Clutch
Judith Leiber Asian Motif Silk Clutch

Judith Leiber Asian Motif Silk Clutch

By Judith Leiber

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Take on the evening with this stunning Judith Leiber clutch! Circa 1970s, this clutch features a

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1970s American Clutches

Judith Leiber 70s Leopard Print Snakeskin Convertible Clutch
Judith Leiber 70s Leopard Print Snakeskin Convertible Clutch

Judith Leiber 70s Leopard Print Snakeskin Convertible Clutch

By Judith Leiber

Located in Gresham, OR

Wonderful 1970s Judith Leiber convertible clutch/shoulder bag in leopard stenciled snakeskin! Can

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1970s American Clutches

RARE, Judith Leiber Large Black Crocodile Handbag, 1970
RARE, Judith Leiber Large Black Crocodile Handbag, 1970

RARE, Judith Leiber Large Black Crocodile Handbag, 1970

By Judith Leiber

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a very rare large black crocdile handbag with gold hardware by Judith Leiber, from the 1970

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1970s American Handbags and Purses

Judith Leiber Black Satin Clutch/ Handbag, Circa 1970
Judith Leiber Black Satin Clutch/ Handbag, Circa 1970

Judith Leiber Black Satin Clutch/ Handbag, Circa 1970

By Judith Leiber

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a black satin clutch or handbag by Judith Leiber, from the late 1970's. It has one main

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1970s Clutches

1970's Judith Lieber Etruscan Gold Link Belt
1970's Judith Lieber Etruscan Gold Link Belt

1970's Judith Lieber Etruscan Gold Link Belt

By Judith Leiber

Located in Gresham, OR

Dramatic and stunning gold linked waist ornament.

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1970s American Belts

Judith Leiber Vintage Black Clutch/Shoulder Bag, Circa 1970
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Clutch/Shoulder Bag, Circa 1970

Judith Leiber Vintage Black Clutch/Shoulder Bag, Circa 1970

By Judith Leiber

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a vintage black leather clutch or shoulder bag by Judith Leiber, from the 1970's. It has a

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1970s Handbags and Purses

Judith Leiber Vintage Beige Snakeskin Clutch/Shoulder Bag
Judith Leiber Vintage Beige Snakeskin Clutch/Shoulder Bag

Judith Leiber Vintage Beige Snakeskin Clutch/Shoulder Bag

By Judith Leiber, I. Magnin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a gorgeous vintage beige snakeskin clutch or shoulder bag by Judith Leiber, from the 1970's

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1970s American Accessories

1970s Vintage Judith Leiber Teal Snake Skin Evening Bag
1970s Vintage Judith Leiber Teal Snake Skin Evening Bag

1970s Vintage Judith Leiber Teal Snake Skin Evening Bag

By Judith Leiber

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1970s Vintage Judith Leiber Teal Snake Skin Evening Bag with Gold and Silver Hardware. This Bag is

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1970s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Judith Leiber Jewel Encrusted Gilt Metal Chinoiserie Minaudière c 1970s
Judith Leiber Jewel Encrusted Gilt Metal Chinoiserie Minaudière c 1970s

Judith Leiber Jewel Encrusted Gilt Metal Chinoiserie Minaudière c 1970s

By Judith Leiber

Located in University City, MO

Judith Leiber Jewel encrusted gilt metal minaudiere' c 1970s The opulent Chinoiserie style clutch

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1970s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Judith Leiber Rhinestoned Chevron Evening Bag
Judith Leiber Rhinestoned Chevron Evening Bag

Judith Leiber Rhinestoned Chevron Evening Bag

By Judith Leiber

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Take on the evening with this stunning Judith Leiber evening bag! Circa 1970s, this bag features a

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1970s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

1970s Judith Leiber Lizard Crossbody/Clutch w/Mirror and Coin Purse
1970s Judith Leiber Lizard Crossbody/Clutch w/Mirror and Coin Purse

1970s Judith Leiber Lizard Crossbody/Clutch w/Mirror and Coin Purse

By Judith Leiber

Located in Port Hope, ON

This bag can be worn crossbody or detach the strap and use it as a clutch. There is a slit pocket in the back and the lining features both a zipped and a slit pocket. The front is d...

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1970s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Judith Leiber 1970's woven leather bag in tomato red
Judith Leiber 1970's woven leather bag in tomato red

Judith Leiber 1970's woven leather bag in tomato red

By Judith Leiber

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Judith Leiber 1970's woven leather bag in tomato red Suede and leather with gold and silver

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1970s American Handbags and Purses

Judith Leiber 1970s
Judith Leiber 1970s

Judith Leiber 1970s

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H 6.5 in W 7.5 in D 3 in

Judith Leiber 1970s

By Judith Leiber

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine and rare Judith Leiber 'jeweled' handbag. A completely Swarovski crystal covered 'trunk

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1970s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Judith Leiber 1970s
Judith Leiber 1970s

Judith Leiber 1970s

By Judith Leiber

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine vintage Judith Leiber belt. Vivid raspberry karung snakeskin slide belt features a gilt

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1970s American Belts

Judith Leiber 1970s Hinged Shoulder Bag
Judith Leiber 1970s Hinged Shoulder Bag

Judith Leiber 1970s Hinged Shoulder Bag

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W 6 in D 1.5 in L 7.5 in

Judith Leiber 1970s Hinged Shoulder Bag

By Judith Leiber

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Innovative little double kangaroo pouch shoulder purse by Judith Leiber. Hinged book opening with

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1970s American Shoulder Bags

Judith Leiber 1970's Clear Lucite Egg Minaudiere
Judith Leiber 1970's Clear Lucite Egg Minaudiere

Judith Leiber 1970's Clear Lucite Egg Minaudiere

Located in New York, NY

Judith Leiber clear lucite minaudiere from the early 1970's with gold chain and gold trim. The

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1970s American Handbags and Purses

1970's Judith Leiber Rhinestone & Onyx Obi Bag
1970's Judith Leiber Rhinestone & Onyx Obi Bag

1970's Judith Leiber Rhinestone & Onyx Obi Bag

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Judith Leiber evening bag studded with rhinestones of various colors. The material of this

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1970s Evening Bags and Minaudières

1970's Green Judith Leiber Karung Clutch Bag
1970's Green Judith Leiber Karung Clutch Bag

1970's Green Judith Leiber Karung Clutch Bag

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Judith Leiber karung (lizard) green clutch bag with gold frame. The frame is on the front and back

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1970s American Handbags and Purses

1970's Judith Leiber Black Karung & Onyx Clutch
1970's Judith Leiber Black Karung & Onyx Clutch

1970's Judith Leiber Black Karung & Onyx Clutch

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Black karung (lizard) Judith Leiber clutch/shoulder bag with black onyx embellished frame. The

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1970s American Clutches

Judith Leiber Desk Accessory 1970s

Judith Leiber Desk Accessory 1970s

By Judith Leiber

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine and unusual Judith Leiber catch-all desk accessory. Signed gilt metal figural "catch-all".

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1970s American Decorative Objects

JUDITH LEIBER Metallic Karung 1970s
JUDITH LEIBER Metallic Karung 1970s

JUDITH LEIBER Metallic Karung 1970s

By Judith Leiber

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine vintage Judith Leiber metallic karung shoulder clutch. Metallic silver/lilac item features a

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1970s American Clutches

JUDITH LEIBER 'Jeweled' Clutch 1970s

JUDITH LEIBER 'Jeweled' Clutch 1970s

By Judith Leiber

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine vintage Judith Leiber shoulder clutch handbag. Unused snakeskin item features a gilt metal

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1970s American Handbags and Purses

Judith Leiber Mini Clutch 1970s
Judith Leiber Mini Clutch 1970s

Judith Leiber Mini Clutch 1970s

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H 2.75 in W 3.38 in

Judith Leiber Mini Clutch 1970s

By Judith Leiber

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine vintage Judith Leiber mini clutch. Burgundy snakeskin item fully lined with a semi-precious

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1970s American Clutches

JUDITH LEIBER Porsus Crocodile 1970s

JUDITH LEIBER Porsus Crocodile 1970s

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H 7.5 in W 8 in D 3.75 in

JUDITH LEIBER Porsus Crocodile 1970s

By Judith Leiber

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine and rare vintage Judith Leiber porosus crocodile shoulder bag. Neutral finest grade

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1970s American Handbags and Purses

1970s Judith Leiber Red Ostrich Handbag
1970s Judith Leiber Red Ostrich Handbag

1970s Judith Leiber Red Ostrich Handbag

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H 8 in W 11.5 in D 2 in

1970s Judith Leiber Red Ostrich Handbag

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Judith Leiber red ostrich clutch/shoulder bag from the 1970s. You can date this bag by the gold

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1970s American Clutches

1970s Judith Leiber Seashell Evening Clutch
1970s Judith Leiber Seashell Evening Clutch

1970s Judith Leiber Seashell Evening Clutch

By Judith Leiber

Located in Dallas, TX

This amazing evening clutch either dates to the late 1970s or the early 1980s. My research has

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1970s Unknown Clutches

Judith Leiber 'Art Deco' Jeweled Clutch 1970s

Judith Leiber 'Art Deco' Jeweled Clutch 1970s

By Judith Leiber

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine vintage art deco theme Judith Leiber clutch handbag. Unused midnight blue snakeskin item

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1970s American Handbags and Purses

1970s Judith Leiber Navy Blue Ostrich Clutch
1970s Judith Leiber Navy Blue Ostrich Clutch

1970s Judith Leiber Navy Blue Ostrich Clutch

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Judith Leiber navy blue ostrich clutch/ handbag. The two arm chains, one in silver and one in gold

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1970s American Handbags and Purses

Judith Leiber 'Petite Attache' Handbag
Judith Leiber 'Petite Attache' Handbag

Judith Leiber 'Petite Attache' Handbag

By Judith Leiber

Located in Stamford, CT

/maker judith leiber era circa 1970s/1980s

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1980s American Top Handle Bags

Judith Leiber Rhinestone Obi Bag
Judith Leiber Rhinestone Obi Bag

Judith Leiber Rhinestone Obi Bag

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Fantastic rhinestone embellished obi bag by Judith Leiber from the late 1970's - early 1980's

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1980s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

1970s JUDITH LEIBER Gilt & Paste 'Art Deco' Karung Slide Belt
1970s JUDITH LEIBER Gilt & Paste 'Art Deco' Karung Slide Belt

1970s JUDITH LEIBER Gilt & Paste 'Art Deco' Karung Slide Belt

By Judith Leiber

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Fine vintage Judith Leiber gilt & paste 'Art Deco' black karung slide cinch belt. Authentic signed

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1970s American Belts

1970's Leiber Gold Metallic Evening Bag
1970's Leiber Gold Metallic Evening Bag

1970's Leiber Gold Metallic Evening Bag

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York, NY

From the 1970's, gold metallic leather Judith Leiber evening purse with crystal studded modernistic

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1970s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

1970's Leiber Evening Bag with Rhinestone Handle
1970's Leiber Evening Bag with Rhinestone Handle

1970's Leiber Evening Bag with Rhinestone Handle

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Leiber evening bag in silver leather with rhinestone handle from the 1970's. There is a similar bag

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1970s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

1970's  Leiber Plum Suede Deco Style Evening Bag
1970's  Leiber Plum Suede Deco Style Evening Bag

1970's Leiber Plum Suede Deco Style Evening Bag

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York, NY

A very early version of one of the more popular Leiber bags. This one was retailed by Amen Wardy of

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1970s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Judith Leiber Taupe Lizard Evening Purse with Strap
Vintage Judith Leiber Taupe Lizard Evening Purse with Strap

Vintage Judith Leiber Taupe Lizard Evening Purse with Strap

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York City, NY

Vintage late 1970s Judith Leiber crescent-shaped taupe lizard bag with detachable shoulder strap

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1970s Handbags and Purses

1970's Judith Leiber Pink Patent Leather Lucite Bracelet Bag
1970's Judith Leiber Pink Patent Leather Lucite Bracelet Bag

1970's Judith Leiber Pink Patent Leather Lucite Bracelet Bag

Located in New York, NY

Judith Leiber pink patent leather bag with clear lucite "bracelet" handles. There is a center

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1970s American Handbags and Purses

Early Judith Leiber Minaudiere
Early Judith Leiber Minaudiere

Early Judith Leiber Minaudiere

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H 2.5 in W 5.25 in

Early Judith Leiber Minaudiere

Located in New York, NY

Charming Judith Leiber minaudiere, probably from the 1970's. The rhinestones are in a raised

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1970s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

1970s Rhinestone Studded Florentined Hand Engraved Horse Minaudiere
1970s Rhinestone Studded Florentined Hand Engraved Horse Minaudiere

1970s Rhinestone Studded Florentined Hand Engraved Horse Minaudiere

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Judith Leiber part beaded, Florentined hand engraved horse minaudiere from 1979. This minaudiere is

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1970s American Handbags and Purses

Judith Leiber 1970's Tan Python Clutch
Judith Leiber 1970's Tan Python Clutch

Judith Leiber 1970's Tan Python Clutch

Located in New York, NY

Tan python Judith Leiber bag from the 1970's with a tiger eye and jade clasp. This is one of the

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1970s American Clutches

Judith Leiber Silk Embroidered Evening Clutch Handbag 1970s
Judith Leiber Silk Embroidered Evening Clutch Handbag 1970s

Judith Leiber Silk Embroidered Evening Clutch Handbag 1970s

By Judith Leiber

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine vintage Judith Leiber embroidered evening clutch/shoulder bag. Authentic black silk item

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1970s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

1970s Judith Leiber Zig Zag Patchwork Exotic Skin Handbag/Clutch
1970s Judith Leiber Zig Zag Patchwork Exotic Skin Handbag/Clutch

1970s Judith Leiber Zig Zag Patchwork Exotic Skin Handbag/Clutch

By Judith Leiber

Located in Chicago, IL

This is a fabulous 1970s Judith Leiber zig zag patchwork clutch made up of snake skins, suede

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1970s American Clutches

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Find an extraordinary variety of judith leiber 1970s available on 1stDibs. Our collection of judith leiber 1970s includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Red and more. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 6 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

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The prices for judith leiber 1970s start at $200 and top out at $12,000 with these items, on average, selling for $680.

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When it comes to handbags, no designer can compete with Judith Leiber’s ability to create magic using opulent crystals and wildly imaginative and playful shapes. The Hungarian-born designer's lauded vintage minaudières (small, decorative handbags, often without handles or a strap) were made in the form of crystal-covered swans, cupcakes, lipstick, wads of cash, teddy bears and other delightful objects.

These dazzling objets d’art have been regularly seen in the hands of First Ladies, movie stars on the red carpet and even in the prestigious collections of institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art. And like many pathbreaking inventions in the history of design, Leiber's purses and minaudières were the result of a happy accident.

In 1967, Leiber began working on her first metal handbag. The piece in question was named the Chatelaine, and the design was a graceful drop-shaped purse in gold-tinted metal. But when the samples came in, Leiber saw that the bottom of the bag looked greenish and discolored as a result of the plating process. She had the ingenious idea of applying crystal rhinestones to the base to cover up the flaws. The fabulous bag was a huge success and would become her trademark.

Born Judith Peto in Budapest, Leiber overcame many hardships before her breakthrough. At the start of World War II, she was working at the Pessl handbag company in Budapest where she quickly climbed the ranks to become a master craftswoman. When the war escalated, she and her Jewish family were forced by the Nazis to live in a cellar of a ghetto, and several of her relatives were killed in concentration camps.

“I designed handbags in my head to get through the misery,” Leiber said.

After the liberation of Budapest, she married Gerson “Gus” Leiber, an American GI, and moved to New York. In 1948, she began working for the fashion house Nettie Rosenstein. One of Leiber's first major pieces was the handbag embroidered with glittering rhinestones and pearls carried by Mamie Eisenhower at the 1953 inaugural ball. In 1963, she finally set up her own company.

Leiber’s whimsical designs embellished with Swarovski crystals and semiprecious stones defied traditional notions of luxury handbags. She also created striking clutches and bags with leather and fine textiles from around the world. In her 65-year career, she designed over 3,500 bags, which have been worn by First Ladies including Nancy Reagan and Laura Bush, pop icons like Beyoncé and Jennifer Lopez and celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner (who collects Judith Leiber bags).

In 2005, the Leiber Collection Museum opened in East Hampton, New York, as a permanent space to showcase her work. The minaudières remain coveted objects that are celebrated worldwide for their eclectic beauty and glamorous charm.

The value of a good handbag cannot be overstated — find vintage Judith Leiber shoulder bags, crossbody bags, sunglasses and other fashion accessories today on 1stDibs.