Judith Lieber Black Minaudiere Evening Bag
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Judith Leiber Black Minaudière Evening Bag A sophisticated rectangular minaudière by Judith Leiber
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Judith Lieber Gold Coated Suede Shoulder Bag
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Judith Lieber Gold Coated Suede Shoulder Bag
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Judith Lieber gold coated suede shoulder bag. Adjustable cord strap with two tassels, gold framed
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By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Slim dressy wallet by accessories queen Judith Lieber. Gathered flap on one side with mini frog
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By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Brand new early 80's Judith Lieber Green chevron pattern leather bag with "goldtone" hardware
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Judith Lieber Tomato Heirloom Minaudiere Limited Edition Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Miami, FL
with embossed metal plaque Collector's Edition Judith Lieber Couture. NEW or NEVER CARRIED. final sale
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Judith Lieber Flower Bouquet Basket Crystal Minaudiere Bag
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By Judith Leiber
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Utterly exquisite rare Judith Leiber Birdcage Minaudiere featured in multicolored handset fine
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Judith Lieber Fan Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Clutch Bag Collectors Edition
By Judith Leiber
Located in Miami, FL
bag is lined in silver leather with embossed metal plaque Collector's Edition Judith Lieber New York
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Judith Lieber Handbag Orange Alligator Leather Aurora Borealis Gold Chain Mini
By Judith Leiber
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Vintage JUDITH LEIBER purse comes in a vibrant orange alligator leather and features a gold tone
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Judith Lieber Rhinestone Studded Floral Fabric and Gold Leather Bag Never Used
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Judith Lieber Rhinestone Studded Floral Fabric and Gold Leather Bag Never Used
By Judith Leiber
Located in New Hope, PA
Judith Lieber has outlined the floral patten in this woven silk bag with coordinating beads in pink
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90s Judith Lieber Black Silk Rhinestone Mini Bag Crossbody Clutch Mirror Comb
By Judith Leiber
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Beautiful 1990s vintage JUDITH LEIBER black silk and rhinestone mini evening bag ! Silver metal
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Judith Lieber Black Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
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This exceptional Judith Lieber bag is crafted from black crocodile leather, and features a
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Judith Lieber Blue Evening Bag Croc
By Judith Leiber
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Judith Lieber Croc Embossed Leather Evening Bag. Mint condition. A true art piece. Guaranteed
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JUDITH LIEBER Clutch Python Printed Embossed Leather Gold tone NWT
By Judith Leiber
Located in Wallkill, NY
Very unique Judith Lieber design, beautiful hard rectangular case, magnificently trimmed in Gold
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A latticed silk and paste evening bag, Judith Lieber, 1980s, USA
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H 5.5 in W 5.5 in D 1.4 in Dm 10 in L 9.25 in
A latticed silk and paste evening bag, Judith Lieber, 1980s, USA
By Judith Leiber
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very smart and elegant evening bag from Judith Leiber in the 1980s, made of 'woven/plaited' or
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Judith Lieber Crystal Clutch circa 2000s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a rectangular clutch by Judith Lieber c. 2000s. It is covered in crystals and features a
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Judith Lieber Lizard "Briefcase" Handbag Great Hardware
By Judith Leiber
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a small briefcase shaped ladies handbag with gold tone metal corners and ruby colored glass stone accents. It has one interior side strap to hold a wallet or phone along the ...
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Judith Lieber Black Leather Trifold Wallet with Red Trim
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Judith Leiber black leather Trifold wallet & change purse with red trim. Signed: Made in Spain
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1980s Judith Lieber
By Judith Leiber
Located in Long Island City, NY
Gorgeous, Unique Judith Lieber purse. Gold with alligator embossed pattern and lovely silver
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Judith Lieber Trifold Leather Wallet and Change Purse
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Judith Lieber black leather trifold wallet & change purse with decrotive gold tone ribbon front
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1980s Judith Lieber Snakeskin Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Francisco, CA
1980s Judith Lieber Snakeskin Handbag Wonderful snakeskin skin handbag designed by Judith Lieber
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Navy Lizard Judith Lieber Precious Stone Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Excellent vintage circa 1980s Judith Leiber textured navy leather or lizard skin bag. The details
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Beautiful Judith Lieber Crystal Floral Minaudieure
By Judith Leiber
Located in Teaneck, NJ
Beautiful Judith Leiber Minaudieure. Small, but very elegant with long chain that can be tucked in
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Vintage Judith Leiber minaudiere evening purse in cut crystal lucite
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Vintage Judith Leiber minaudiere evening purse in cut crystal lucite
By Judith Leiber
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Beautiful Jewelled Lucite Minaudiere or evening purse by Judith Lieber. Exquisite quality
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Browse a vast assortment of judith lieber purses for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black judith lieber purses, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Gold and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many classic iterations of judith lieber purses over the years, but those made by Judith Leiber and Judith Lieber are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.
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Judith Leiber for sale on 1stDibs
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.
Finding the Right Handbags And Purses for You
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
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