Four Judith Leiber Bags, 1980-90s

This lot includes four Judith Leiber handbags.

THE FIRST
Evening clutch in ribbon-embellished black silk satin with enamel-filled Art Deco clasp closure.
Label: Judith Leiber
Style/Serial Number: N/A

Detailed Features
7.5" L x 5" H x 3" W
20" Strap Drop
Main textile: Silk satin
Trim: Ribbon
Lining: Silk satin
Hardware type: Silver-tone
Strap: Silver-tone metal
Interior details: Satin lining with sidewall pocket.
Additions: Hard frame; kiss lock closure; includes a small satin pouch.
Country of origin: N/A

THE SECOND
Small, hard frame shoulder bag in dark pink alligator with gold-tone metal hardware.
Label: Judith Leiber New York
Style/Serial Number: N/A

Detailed Features
8" L x 7" H x 3.5" W
9" Strap Drop
Main textile: Alligator
Trim: Alligator
Lining: Tonal calfskin leather
Hardware type: Gold-tone
Straps: Alligator with calfskin backing
Interior details: Calfskin leather lining with two sidewall pockets
Additions: Latch closure with decorative cabochons; includes a small pouch with kiss lock closure, pocket mirror, and comb
Country of origin: USA

THE THIRD
Small flap tassel shoulder bag in red snakeskin.
Label: Judith Leiber
Style/Serial Number: N/A

Detailed Features
6" L x 5" H x 2.5" W
19" Handle Drop
Main textile: Snakeskin
Trim: Braided tassel
Lining: Red nylon faille
Hardware type: Gold-tone
Straps: Snakeskin (detachable)
Interior details: Red nylon faille lining with sidewall pocket
Additions: Includes small kiss lock pouch and comb; decorative cabochons at latch closure
Country of origin: N/A

THE FOURTH
Small hard frame shoulder bag in black snakeskin with tassels and decorative cabochons at closure.
Label: Judith Leiber
Style/Serial Number: N/A

Detailed Features
9" L x 5.5" H x 3" W
20" Strap Drop
Main textile: Snakeskin
Trim: Leather
Lining: Silk satin
Hardware type: Gold-tone
Shoulder Strap: Braided cord
Additions: Push-lock closure; zippered interior pocket; includes small kiss lock pouch, comb, and pocket mirror.
Country of origin: N/A

Property from the Collection of Kay Krehbiel

This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is very good with minimal signs of wear.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is very good with minimal signs of wear.

THE THIRD
The overall condition is very good with minimal signs of wear.

THE FOURTH
The overall condition is very good with minimal signs of wear.

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Tanner Branson

Associate Vice President, Head of Department, Luxury Handbags & Couture

[email protected]312 280 1212

Tanner Branson joined Freeman’s in 2022 where he provides streamlined services for couture clients evaluating and appraising luxury handbags and luxury goods. Mr. Branson brings over a decade of experience in the luxury market working for brands such as The Row and Brunello Cucinelli. He has also collaborated with celebrity clients to curate personal and public wardrobes and done commercial and editorial styling work for print and digital publications internationally. At Freeman’s Mr. Branson combines his endless passion for fashion history and luxury goods with his educational background. He has a BA in Fashion Business from Columbia College. Mr. Branson is affiliated with various auxiliary boards including the Costume Council of the Chicago History Museum. Mr. Branson also appears on the top-rated PBS television program Antiques Roadshow.

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Four Judith Leiber Bags, 1980-90s

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