Passion for Fashion: of Purses & Paintings - The Gerson & Judith Leiber Collection

Passion for Fashion: of Purses & Paintings - The Gerson & Judith Leiber Collection

Exhibition on View in the Art League of Long Island's Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery
September 16 - October 27
 

Special Reception at the Art League
Sunday October 15th, 2pm - 5pm / $50 per person

Gallery Hours: Mon - Fri, 9am to 4pm; Sat/Sun, 11am to 4pm 

The Art League of Long Island is proud to present art created by the iconic Long Island couple: Judith and Gerson Leiber – Judith as the internationally celebrated handbag designer and Gerson as the modernist American artist. Their talents are strong and singular, but when combined with their unique love story and passion for the arts, it is a match that is legendary. Together over 70 years, these two nonagenarians share an unbreakable bond personally and professionally.

The Art League of Long Island is honored to bring their treasures to its art gallery. There is something for everyone to enjoy – from the fanciful handbags to the stunning paintings of fashion and flowers.

Art League Curator-Led Tours of the Gerson & Judith Leiber Collection

The Art League is offering curator-led tours by Debbie Wells, Art League Chair of the Board and Sue Peragallo, Art League Gallery Coordinator.  Admission is $10pp for the tour (approximately 1 hour).   There will also be raffle opportunities available for autographed books about the Leibers.

Visit website for Curator-Led Tour schedule. Limit 15 people per group.

The Art League of Long Island thanks Bridgehampton National Bank for sponsorship and the the Long Island Museum for sharing their research, graphic materials, and generous assistance which formed the basis of this exhibition.

Pictured:   "Peacock shaped minaudiere" - Judith Leiber;  "Three Standing Fur Models" - Gerson Leiber. Photo credits: Gary Mamay