Judith Leiber Half Bead Gold & White Crystal Butterfly Minaudiere Evening Bag. ...

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Judith Leiber Half Bead Gold & White Crystal Butterfly Minaudiere Evening Bag
Excellent Condition
6" Width x 3" Height x 1.5" Depth

Classic 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. Testament to the flawless handcraftsmanship and creativity of these minaudieres, they are now featured in the permanent collections of prestigious institutions such as The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, The Victoria and Albert Museum in London, and The Houston Museum of Fine Arts. With a retail price of over $5,000, this full bead minaudiere is destined to make your evening shine. This bag is done in a whimsical butterfly shape with push lock clasp. The interior is gold metallic leather. The exterior features Austrian crystals with gold hardware and trim and a chain handle strap that may be tucked in.

This bag is in Excellent Condition. There are no signs of use or damage. This bag includes a mirror, comb, mini pouch, chain strap, and dustbag.

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Condition Rankings:

Pristine - shows little to no indication of handling.
Excellent - shows very minor evidence of handling.
Very Good - shows evidence of wear and handling, with no major flaws.
Good - shows moderate wear and is fully functional.
Fair - shows moderate wear and has condition issues that may or may not be repairable.

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