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Shoes

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Shoes by an unknown artist. A pair of women's high-heeled shoes, one on its side and the other with the heel facing the camera. The shoes have a floral pattern with green trim and a short heel. The floral pattern features pink, purple, yellow, and green colors on a beige background. The shoes have straps that go around the ankle and toe areas. The heel of one shoe is visible, showing a rounded shape. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
1720–39
Medium:
silk, kid
Culture:
British
Dimensions:
600 × 353 px
Museum record:
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