Shoe
Date1720-1735, possibly altered late 18th C.
OriginEngland
MediumSilk brocaded with silk and metallic threads; leather; silk lining.
DimensionsH. 4 1/4"; L. 8 1/2"; W. 2 1/2".
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1953-867,1
DescriptionOne of a pair of woman's shoes made of light yellow-green silk brocaded with gilt metallic threads and red silk in a so-called "Bizarre" abstract design. Shoes are made as "straights" with pointed toes, high squared tongues, and straps over the instep for buckles. Broad shaped heels, 2 1/4 inches high, are covered in matching brocaded silk. Edges are bound with green silk ribbon. Linings of white kid leather. Interlining of yellowish linen under remnants of silk vamp and tongue lining.Shoes came with later elliptical silver buckles set with pastes (removed).
ProvenanceEx Coll. James Frere, Bluemantle Pursuivant, College of Heralds,; Exhibited London Museum, Lancaster House.
