Lot 242
Judith Leiber Cat Minaudière, 1984 
Sale 1156 - Spring Fashion & Accessories
Mar 14, 2023 10:00AM CT
Online / Chicago
Estimate
$500 - $700

Sold for $630

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Judith Leiber Cat Minaudière, 1984 

Sleeping cat minaudière encrusted with white, pink, gold, green, and blue crystals on a gold-tone frame, top pressure clasp closure. The minaudière does not come with a shoulder strap, there is not a place to attach a shoulder strap. The bag is lined with gold leather and retains the original paper insert, comb, mirror, and coin purse. 

Label (stamped): Judith Leiber, signed Judith Leiber 1984 on the frame 
Style/Serial Number: N/A

Detailed Features
5" L x 3" H x 3" W
N/A Shoulder Strap Drop
Main textile: Multicolored crystals
Lining: Metallic gold leather
Hardware type: Gold-tone metal
Straps: N/A
Interior details: Dual compartments 
Additions: Comb, mirror, paper insert 
Country of origin: New York
Not Included: Product registration card, coin purse 
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition Report
Condition:

The overall condition is good with approximately twenty missing crystals, some light indentions to the gold-tone leather at the base of the bag. 

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