1990s Judith Leiber Lizard Crossbody Bag Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Arnhem, NL
An evening shoulder bag/clutch made of lizard skin with gemstones set in gold toned hardware. The
1990s Judith Leiber Lizard Crossbody Bag Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Arnhem, NL
An evening shoulder bag/clutch made of lizard skin with gemstones set in gold toned hardware. The
Judith Leiber Lizard Leather Evening Bag Handbag Clutch - Semi - Precious Stones
By Judith Leiber
Located in Wallkill, NY
Judith Leiber Evening Bag. Finely crafted from beige genuine lizard and tonal top stitching
Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch in good condition. red lizard leather trimmed with gold hardware
Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch in very good condition. red lizard exterior trimmed with
Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch in excellent condition. Red lizard leather trimmed with gold
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Judith Leiber blue lizard clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber blue lizard clutch has a gold metal frame and highlighted with Lapis at the center
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Dragonfly Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Dragonfly Clutch in excellent condition. Black lizard exterior trimmed
Vintage Judith Leiber Orange Lizard Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Orange Lizard Clutch in good condition. orange lizard leather trimmed with
Vintage Judith Leiber Tan Lizard Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Tan Lizard Clutch in excellent condition. Tan lizard exterior trimmed with
Judith Leiber Dark Purple Lizard Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber dark purple lizard clutch in very good condition. Dark purple lizard leather exterior
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Enamel Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Enamel Top Clutch in good vintage condition. Black lizard leather
Judith Leiber 1980s Black Lizard Embossed Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the exquisite Judith Leiber 1980s Black Lizard Embossed Clutch, a luxurious and
Judith Leiber Gold Lizard Gemstone Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Gold Lizard Gemstone Clutch in good condition. Gold lizard trimmed with gold hardware
Judith Leiber Red Lizard Small Shoulder Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Red Lizard Small Shoulder Bag in very good vintage condition. Red lizard leather
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Crystal Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Black Lizard Crystal Top Clutch in very good condition. Black lizard exterior
Vintage Judith Leiber Purple Lizard Clutch c1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Purple Lizard Clutch c1980s in very good condition. Purple lizard leather
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Wallet Wristlet Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
FABULOUS Judith Leiber Black Lizard Wallet Wristlet Clutch in excellent condition. Black lizard
Judith Leiber Navy Lizard Lapis Stone Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Navy Lizard Clutch in very good condition. navy lizard trimmed with gold hardware and
Judith Leiber Navy Lizard Gemstone Beaded Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Navy Lizard Gemstone Beaded Clutch in good condition. Navy lizard leather trimmed
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Crystal Shells Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Crystal Shells Clutch in very good condition. Black lizard exterior
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Lion Head Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Lion Head Clutch in very good condition. Black pleated lizard leather
Judith Leiber Vintage Saks Tan Lizard Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Vintage Saks Tan Lizard Clutch in very good condition. Tan pleated lizard leather
Judith Leiber Pink Lizard Crystal Strap Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Pink Lizard Crystal Strap Bag in fair condition. Pale pink lizard leather
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Black Enamel Gold Top
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Black Lizard Black Enamel Gold Top in excellent condition. Black lizard
Vintage Judith Leiber Dark Pink Lizard Clutch c1980s.
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Dark Pink Lizard Clutch c1980s in good condition. Dark rose lizard exterior
Judith Leiber Pink and Green Metallic Lizard Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Pink and Green Metallic Lizard Clutch in excellent condition. Pink and green metallic
Vintage Judith Leiber Red Lizard Gemstone Front Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Red Lizard Gemstone Front Clutch in very good condition. Beautiful cherry red
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gemstone Top Shoulder Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gemstone Shoulder Bag in excellent condition. Black lizard
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Green Enamel Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Black Lizard Green Enamel Top Clutch in very good condition. Black lizard
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gold Scallop Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gold Scallop Top Clutch in good condition. Black lizard exterior trimmed
Judith Leiber Beige Lizard Tiger Eye Gemstone Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Beige Lizard Tiger Eye Gemstone Clutch in fair condition. Beige lizard leather
Judith Leiber Black and White Lizard Bow Front Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black and White Lizard Bow Front Clutch in good condition. Black lizard main body
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Art Deco Crystal Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Black Lizard Art Deco Crystal Top Clutch in good condition. Black lizard
Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch With Strap circa 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch With Strap from the 1980s exemplifies the brand’s
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Silver Antique Crystal Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Silver Antique Crystal Top Clutch in good vintage condition. Black
JUDITH LEIBER Green Lizard Skin Wallet with Gold Clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Judith Leiber green lizard skin wallet with gold metal clasp. This wallet is in 'LIKE NEW
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Crystal and Leather Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Crystal and Leather Top Clutch in good condition. black lizard leather
Judith Leiber Navy Blue Lizard Gemstone Top Shoulder Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Navy Blue Lizard Gemstone Top Shoulder Bag in good condition. Navy lizard exterior
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Purple & Black Gemstone Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Purple & Black Gemstone Top Clutch in good condition. Black lizard
Judith Leiber White Cream Lizard Leather Clutch or Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Plainview, NY
This Judith Leiber clutch exudes timeless sophistication and elegance. Crafted from luxurious ivory
Leather
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gold Deco Top Edge Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gold Deco Top Edge Clutch in very good condition. black lizard leather
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gold Chain Top Gemstone Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gold Chain Top Gemstone Clutch in very good condition. Black lizard
Judith Leiber Beige Lizard Tiger Eye Gemstone Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Beige Lizard Tiger Eye Gemstone Top Clutch in good condition. Beige lizard leather
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Multi Color Gemstone Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Multi Color Gemstone Top Clutch in good condition. black lizard leather
Vintage Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gold Gemstone Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gold Gemstone Top Clutch in fair condition. Black lizard leather
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gold Top Black Stone Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gold Top Black Stone Clutch in good condition. Black lizard exterior
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Judith Leiber Deep Red Lizard Top Handle Handbag - SHW
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Deep Red Lizard Top Handle Handbag - SHW Circa 90's This beautiful structured handbag
Judith Leiber Vintage Tan Lizard Antique Silver Deco Rhinestone Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Vintage Tan Lizard Antique Silver Deco Rhinestone Clutch in good condition. Natural
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Clutch with Red Enamel Crystal Top
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Clutch with Red Enamel Crystal Top in very good condition. Black lizard
Judith Leiber Red Lizard Tassel Charm Strap Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Red Lizard Tassel Charm Strap Clutch Shoulder Bag in fair vintage condition. Red
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Round Gold Gemstone Top Handle Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Round Gold Gemstone Top Handle Bag in fair condition. Black lizard
Judith Leiber Black Lizard & Gold-Tone Snap Clutch circa 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Judith Leiber Black Lizard & Gold-Tone Snap Clutch from the circa 1980s is a stunning example
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Black Crystal Multi Color Gemstone Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Black Crystal Multi Color Gemstone Clutch in good condition. Black
Judith Leiber Cream Matte Lizard Clutch with Enamel Crystal Top
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Cream Matte Lizard Clutch with Enamel Crystal Top in good condition. Cream lizard
1980s Judith Leiber Black Lizard Convertible Clutch Handbag w/ Obsidian Cameo
By Judith Leiber
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Judith Leiber oval black lizard skin convertible clutch handbag with obsidian cameo clasp
Judith Leiber White Lizard Top Handle Goldtone Hardware Optional Strap Purse
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Judith Leiber purse is composed of a white lizard with goldtone hardware. Comes with an
JUDITH LEIBER Nude to Brown Ombre Lizard Skin Purse Gold Straps
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Judith Leiber purse is composed of a nude to brown ombre lizard skin. Features an interior
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.