Vintage Judith Leiber Chocolate a Brown Double Side Evening Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Lake Park, FL
collectible handbag. Gold hardware and feet. Too thin leather straps. The Judith Leiber gold signature is
Vintage Judith Leiber Chocolate a Brown Double Side Evening Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Lake Park, FL
collectible handbag. Gold hardware and feet. Too thin leather straps. The Judith Leiber gold signature is
Unavailable|$2,200
Judith Leiber Duck Minaudiere
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Stunning and whimsical hand beaded Austrian crystal Judith Leiber duck minaudiere. Gold hardware
Unavailable|$475
Judith Leiber Brushed Suede with Gold Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This lovely evening bag from accessories guru Judith Leiber is made from suede brushed with
Unavailable|$6,300
Judith Leiber 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tourmaline Shell Earrings
By Judith Leiber
Located in Nashua, NH
Judith Leiber 18K Yellow Gold Tourmaline Shell Earrings. The earrings are bezel set with 16
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$480
Judith Leiber Navy Karung Skin Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Henrico, VA
Judith Leiber navy karung skin handbag. Gold metal frame and intricate shoulder strap, also in gold
Unavailable|$300
Judith Leiber Karung Pleated Frame Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Roslyn, NY
Black pleated Karung Judith Leiber frame clutch with gold-tone hardware, single drop-in flat
Unavailable|$4,800
Vintage Judith Leiber Lucite Handbag with Gold Hardware & Chain
By Judith Leiber
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is a vintage Judith Leiber clear translucent lucite acrylic evening handbag with gold metal
Unavailable|$4,000
Judith Leiber Enamel and Diamond Tortoise Shell Brooch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Dallas, TX
A stunning tortoise shell brooch by Judith Leiber. The brooch features fine, green, hand-enameling
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Leiber 18k Gold & 1.35ct Diamond Earrings w/ 0.30ct Sapphire Accents
By Judith Leiber
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Dimensions: 1" x 1 1/4" Mounted in 18k Gold Signed: Judith Leiber Featured in Bonhams Auction November 10
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$300
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Lizard Skin Gold Chain Mini Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Palm Beach, FL
with a single pocket on the back wall and the gold Judith Leiber plaque affixed. It is in very good
Judith Leiber White Leather Belt with Silver and Gold Studded Chain Links
By Judith Leiber
Located in Henrico, VA
This Judith Leiber belt is made with white leather and has frontal gold and silver chain links with
Unavailable|$3,600
Judith Leiber Hand Bag Whit Gold Frame and Gold Flower on Black
By Judith Leiber
Located in Jackson Heights, NY
Gold Plated Frame Flower design on Fabric Width= 6 1/2 inches Height= 4 1/2 inches Depth= 3/4
Gold Plate
Unavailable|$1,800
Judith Leiber Shiney Black Alligator Evening Bag/Clutch With Gold Chain.
By Judith Leiber
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Offered for sale is this lovely Judith Leiber Baby Alligator evening bag/clutch with gold hardware
Unavailable|$155
1980's Judith Leiber Maroon Lizard Skin Belt w/ Gold Tone Buckle
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Francisco, CA
1980's Judith Leiber fully-adjustable belt made in maroon lizard skin, with modernist gold tone
JUDITH LEIBER Shoulder Bag Hobo Leather Beige Gold-Tone HW Crystal Top Zipper
By Judith Leiber
Located in Hollywood, FL
GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC JUDITH LEIBER BEIGE PLEATED LEATHER SHOULDER BAG Authenticated by
Unavailable|$460
Judith Lieber Gold Coated Suede Shoulder Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Henrico, VA
Judith Lieber gold coated suede shoulder bag. Adjustable cord strap with two tassels, gold framed
Unavailable|$2,200
Vintage Judith Leiber Large Snakeskin Majenta Clutch
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is a gorgeous Judith Leiber clutch with optional gold chain. The handbag is composed of a
Sold|$1,200
Judith Leiber Gold Clutch Minaudiere
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Gold Crystal Clutch Minaudiere with chain strap and compact mirror. Chain Strap
Sold|$2,000
Judith Leiber Gold Rectangular Minaduire
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Gold Rectangular Minaduire. This handbag is in impeccable condition with no visible
Sold|$695
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
JUDITH LEIBER Gold Leather Belt With Crystal Rose - Size Medium
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber Gold Leather Belt With Crystal Rose - Size Medium Materials: Leather, Crystals
Judith Leiber Gold Metal Lion Head Buckle Expansion Belt
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber gold metal, lion head buckle, expansion belt. Gorgeous belt looks like it was barely
Vintage Judith Leiber Gold Tone Horse Double Belt Circa 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Judith Leiber Gold Tone Horse Double Belt. This is pure 1980s. There are 2 rows of
1970's Judith Leiber Gold Cord Belt with Semiprecious Cabochon Stones
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Judith Leiber gold gilt cord belt has semiprecious cabochon stones dating to the 1970's. This belt
JUDITH LEIBER Gold Snake Quilted Clutch Detachable Strap, Coin Purse, & Mirror
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Judith Leiber gold snake quilted clutch with a detachable strap. This clutch can look silvery in
JUDITH LEIBER Gold Satin Evening Silk Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Francisco, CA
Amazing JUDITH LEIBER evening bag in a soft gold toned satin silk. Dainty triangular shape with
Judith Leiber Gold-Tone Suitcase Crystal Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Vintage gold-tone suitcase clutch by Judith Leiber. Circa 1960s. Silver-tone and
Judith Leiber Gold Expandable Belt with Stone Accents
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Judith Leiber is available for viewing at our Beverly Hills Boutique. We offer a large
Judith Leiber Gold & Silver Rose Rhinestone Minaudiere Purse
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Couture's signature novelty designs add a touch of whimsy to any look they're paired
Judith Leiber Gold Belt with Rhinestones, Circa 1990
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
condition. This gold stretchy belt with rhinestones and colored stones by Judith Leiber is
Judith Leiber Gold Large Pendant Chain Tassel Necklace, 1970s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rare Vintage Judith Leiber large necklace is in excellent condition. Done in gold tone metal detailed
Other
Judith Leiber Gold Semi-Precious Stones Chain Belt, 1990s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Taking a page from her fantastic clutch purse designs, Judith Leiber’s creativity and love of color
Vintage JUDITH LEIBER Gold Multi-Color Butterfly Rhinestones Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage JUDITH LEIBER bag comes in multi-color rhinestones with a gold leather lining featuring a
Judith Leiber Gold Expandable Belt with Black Stone Accents
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Judith Leiber belt is composed of a grey snakeskin and features gold hardware with an inset
JUDITH LEIBER Gold Tone Oblong Evening Clutch with Tassel
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Judith Leiber design is available for viewing at our Beverly Hills Boutique. We offer a large
Judith Leiber Gold "Horse" Money Clip/Book marker, Circa 1980
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a collectible gold "horse" money clip or book marker by Judith Leiber, from the 1980's. It
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
Judith Leiber Brown Lizard Skin Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Brown lizard skin evening bag by Judith Leiber. Gold-tone hardware. Chain-link
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
1980s Judith Leiber Lion Adjustable Belt
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Amazing 1980s Lion's head belt from iconic designer Judith Leiber! Gold and silver metal lion's
1980s Judith Leiber Lion Adjustable Belt
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Amazing 1980s Lion's head belt from iconic designer Judith Leiber! Gold and silver metal lion's
Judith Leiber Python Snakeskin Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Sparks, NV
Beautiful genuine snakeskin bag by Judith Leiber. Gold tone hardware and Tiger's Eye stone clasp
Judith Leiber Swarovski Crystal Gold Sleeping Cat Trinket Keepsake Pill Ring Box
By Judith Leiber, Swarovski
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Judith Leiber gold toned metal trinket or keepsake box in the shape of a sleeping cat with
Crystal, Metal
Judith Leiber Black Leather Snakeskin Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Vintage black leather snakeskin-embossed handbag by Judith Leiber. Gold-tone top
JUDITH LEIBER Tote Style SNAKE bag divine colour
By Judith Leiber
Located in Miami, FL
compartment. JUDITH LEIBER gold plaque on interior. The lining is bone textile. Comes
Judith Leiber Cocoa & Gold-Tone Judith Leiber Metal & Rhinestone Card Case
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Cocoa rhinestone and gold-tone metal card case by Judith Leiber. Bottom push
Sold|$550
Judith Leiber Minaudiere
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Small Judith Leiber hard gold toned minaudiere with gold chain shoulder strap. Interior is
Sold|$4,600
JUDITH LEIBER Miniature Gold Purse Earrings
By Judith Leiber
Located in Litchfield, CT
These fabulous red enameled 18k gold earrings are miniature Judith Leiber turtle-form purses. They
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1970s Bill Blass Color-Blocked Purple Silk Chiffon Goddess Gown w Tiered Hem
By Bill Blass
Located in Gresham, OR
Judith Leiber gold stretch belt with lion head buckle. Inner grosgrain waist band for an extra secure nip
JUDITH LEIBER 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Fish Brooch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Stunning JUDITH LEIBER 18k yellow gold enamel fish brooch with beautiful colorful enamel in blue
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Judith Leiber Wheel of the Year Gold Choker
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous vintage Judith Leiber 'wheel of the year' gold plated choker necklace! The pendant is very
Gold
Sold|$1,395
18K Zebra Ring by Judith Leiber
By Judith Leiber
Located in Chicago, IL
Wonderful and Heavy 18K Yellow gold ring in the form of a Zebra by Judith Leiber, finger size = 7.
18k Gold
Sold|$3,995
JUDITH LEIBER Diamond set Fish Brooch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Chicago, IL
18K Yellow gold, Diamond and Ruby set Fish Brooch by Judith Leiber, set with 3 carats total weight
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1980s White and Gold Judith Leiber Novelty Belt
By Judith Leiber
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980's Judith Leiber belt. White patterned leather with gold tone twisted details across the front
JUDITH LEIBER Black Gold Silk Rhinestones Clutch Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage JUDITH LEIBER handbag in a black silk and gold tone metal featuring a clutch style, and
Judith Leiber Black Belt W/ Gold Rectangle Buckle
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Judith Leiber Black Belt W/ Gold Rectangle Buckle. In excellent condition Measurements: Longest
Judith Leiber Silver Rhinestone Minaudiere with Gold Strap
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Silver Rhinestone Minaudiere with Gold Strap. This bag is in excellent condition and
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.