Judith Leiber Egg Minaudiere, 1986

Egg minaudière encrusted with faux pearls, black, white, green, blue, and pink crystals on gold-tone frame, retractable gold-tone chain strap and a top pressure clasp closure. The bag is lined with gold leather and retains the original paper insert, comb, mirror, and coin purse. The retail tag is included with a suggested price of $2,950. Three loose black crystals are kept with the bag.
Label (stamped): Judith Leiber
Style/Serial Number: N/A

The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds a example of this minaudière, Accession Number: 2002.607a–c. (https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/87408?ft=judith+leiber&offset=0&rpp=40&pos=35)


Detailed Features
7" L x 7" H x 5.5" W
20" Shoulder Strap Drop
Main textile: Multicolored crystals
Lining: Metallic gold leather
Hardware type: Gold-tone metal
Straps: Single retractable chain strap
Interior details: Single main compartment
Additions: Mirror, coin purse, comb, retail tag
Country of origin: New York
Not Included: Product registration card
This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition:
The overall condition is fair with approximately fifteen missing crystals.
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