Judith Leiber Crystal Minaudiere -- Bal Masque -- Collectors Edition

Description: RETIRED COLLECTORS EDITION COURTURE MINAUDIERE AN EXTRAORDINARY ACCESSORY FOR ANY OCCASION, GREAT FOR UPCOMING HALLOWEEN, NEW YEAR'S EVE EXQUISITELY CRAFTED, BEDAZZLING DESIGN, ELEGANT SOPHISTICATED STYLE NEW, NEVER WORN, NEVER DISPLAYED RARE, DIFFICULT TO FIND Retailed for $5,795 in 2011, currently selling elsewhere on the web for $4,000.00 - $4,300.00 Grab everyone's attention with this magnificent minaudiere. Intricately sculpted with cut crystal and onxy stone accents.Every Judith Leiber minaudier bag is so unique that they bring multiple compliments every time worn. People are just unable to resist taking note of their remarkable images. This exceptional minaudiere mask, a richly exotic design in and of itself, will definitely do just that!Wear everywhere and anywhere: casual to evening chic, daytime lunch to event elegance, any cocktail or party event. Raise the level of your outfit every time you pair it with this exquisite accessory.Detachable silver chain allows for an optional small purse over your arm, or a clutch when chain is removed or tucked inside the minaudiere.The perfect gift for any occasion: Birthday, Graduation, Engagement, Wedding, Anniversary, Mother-in-Law, someone you love (including yourself). Mask Face:Stunning jet black sparkling Swarovski crystals form the basis for this mask, with large clear or black cut crystal and cabochons representing precious jewels highlighting the crown and sides. Gold and black Swarovski crystals combine to surround the eyes similar to accentuating makeup, and define the nose.Top of Mask/Lid:Black, clear, and gold Swarovski crystals in the shapes of circles, oblongs, and squares are arranged in a unique mathematical pattern reminiscent of stars in our Solar System creating a magnificent spectacle. A 15 x 10 mm oval Onyx cabochon decorates the push lock that sits just behind the gold crystals demarcating the edge of the crown.Back and Bottom:Solid black sparkling Swarovski crystals cover the back and bottom of the mask. There is no sharp edge between the back and bottom sides, but merely the rounding of one flowing into the other. Clear and gold Swarovski crystals accentuate the edges of the minaudiere bottom and back areas. The back top portion is finished off by clear and gold Swarovski crystals forming detailed scroll work surrounding the lid hinge that is visible from the back of the minaudier. An inverted teardrop shaped clear crystal cabochon accentuates the center of the scrollwork. MEASUREMENTS AND OTHER:Height: 3 inchesWidth: 6 inchesDepth: 3 inchesChain strap has 9" drop to top of purse when in use.Silver-tone metal hardware.Silver-tone push lock.Silver metallic leather lined interior. Comes with: Certificate of Authenticity (COA), original Couture dust bag, and original Couture box. CONDITION: Minaudiere is new, in immaculate condition. No defects noted.All Austrian crystals are bright and sparkling. No missing crystals.Silver metallic leather lined interior is immaculate.All accessories are in perfect condition. COA, original Couture dust bag, and box.This item is NEW WITH COA, has never been out of its dust bag or original box except to be admired and photographed for this listing. SIGNATURE:Judith Leiber New York, Collector's Edition imprinted on cartouche inside minaudiere.Made in Italy inscribed in Silver leather lining.Judith Leiber inscribed on inside of metal rim of minaudiere. ABOUT JUDITH LEIBER:Since 1963 Judith Leiber has been amazing the American population with her designs which have numbered nearly 4000. Transforming from her classic style bags to the novelty minaudieres took the world by storm and brought Judith Leiber her lasting fame that continues today to result in her pieces being highly sought after for their couture style. The word "minaudiere" comes from a French term for "silly little trifle." This accurately represents Judith Leiber's highly original, often amusing, quirky, or whimsical tiny bags. Each one is impeccably hand fabricated--using tweezers to place Austrian crystals one by one that form the resultant delightful conversation pieces. Judith Leiber amazing creations are prized by celebrities for wear on the Red Carpets, First Ladies of the US for Presidential Inauguration balls, and private collectors around the world who continue to pay high prices for her iconic pieces. Judith Leiber pieces are owned by museums across the globe, including the Metroploitan Museum of Art in New York (with over 100 in their collection), the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. And, of course, anyone who likes to be noticed adores these tiny minaudieres! I have never worn one of my own and not received exclamations of approval by other women admiring the intricate workmanship and design. PHOTO NOTES:Shoes, artwork, and figurines shown in photos are not part of this listing. SELLER'S NOTE:I have been a Judith Leiber Collector for many years. While I dearly love all my Judith Leiber minaudiere purses, I wear only a few of those I have purchased. Thus, I have decided to sell most of my Judith Leiber collection--primarily the minaudiere bags which I have never or rarely worn. All my Judith Leiber minaudieres for sale are retired, mostly vintage, no longer available on the retail market, rare and difficult to find. This is one such bag--new with COA tags, never worn, which has been stored in its original dust bag and box since purchase. ITEM PRICE: I am not in the sales profession; my intent is to find homes for the collectible purses I have elected to sell. The entire Judith Leiber line is fabulous and worthy of its high retail price. My Listing Price is less than my original cost in order to give others a chance to enjoy this remarkable line. If I have listed this item as available for a Best Offer, please understand that: (1) the asking price is exceptionally good, well below any retail price and most, if not all, e-Bay listings for comparable bags. (2) this is NOT a forced sale, (3) and I will consider only reasonable offers. Please take the above into account if you choose to make a Best Offer. Because I continue to receive unreasonable low offers for Judith Leiber items I have listed to date, this item, most likely and unfortunately, has a minimum bid amount, to allow offers to be in a reasonable price range for the Judith Leiber line of products.Thank you for your consideration. I will be adding more Judith Lieber purses (primarily minaudieres), so be sure to check my other listings for more offerings. My home is a smoke free environment. Be sure to ask if you have any questions regarding this item and view all pictures carefully, as they are a part of the description. We do not accept returns. Please pay within 3 days of auction. SHIPPING:This item will be shipped Priority Mail with tracking and signature acceptance to the e-Bay Authentication Center within 3 business days after receipt of payment, from which it will be sent on to you after approval. I also insure the package at my own cost (which usually runs $60 or more) to make sure it arrives safely. At this time we do not ship outside the USA.Thank you for your interest and your kind understanding!

Price: 3299 USD

Location: Wilmington, North Carolina

End Time: 2025-01-22T19:21:19.000Z

Shipping Cost: 18.4 USD