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Slippers

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a pair of slippers by an unknown artist titled "Slippers". The slippers are made of a light-colored satin material. The slipper on the left is positioned with its toe facing downwards and its back and top visible. A decorative element on the back features gathered satin that forms a flower-like shape adorned with lace. The slipper on the right is positioned with its toe pointing to the right. It has a low heel and a pointed toe. A similar decorative element is on the top near the toe. The background is a plain gray surface.

Artwork details

Date:
1860–79
Medium:
silk
Culture:
British
Dimensions:
600 × 356 px
Museum record:
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