Judith Leiber Black Swarovski Crystal Caterpillar Evening Bag Minaudiere Clutch

This exquisite jet black crystal encrusted bag features a shoulder chain with a gold frame and a jeweled caterpillar press lock. Opens to a gold leather interior with room for evening essentials. - Excellent preowned condition - Minor flaws: 1) Pearl on top has a scratch and 2) the bottom right back gold edge on bag has a small dent. - Designed in 1987 by Judith Leiber - This rare vintage caterpillar lock bag is featured on page 142 of 'The Artful handbag' by Enid Nemy - A jeweled clasp with a large caterpillar embellished with Swarovski crystals and gems - garnets, carnelian, amethyst, emerald, tiger eye, black onyx for the eyes and a large pearl on top. - Hard case framed, hinged at bottom - Gold-plated hardware - Elegant press-release closure - Drop-in chain shoulder strap - Gold metallic leather lining - Interior signature "Leiber" logo plate - Made in Italy