SMITH & LEECH Rococo Shoes, London, ca. 1775
These shoes must have looked magnificent in the 18th century, currently, when they were worn. In their own way, they still do today. Thin goatskin is combined with silk. Even more, the silk is beautifully embroidered with a motif of flowers, vines and leaves. Shoe buckles from the period. Inside lined with linen. On the light leather insole is the label of the shoemakers: Smith & Leech * 6 Cornhill * London. Brown (outer) leather sole. Typical heels for the shoes from this period. The silk on the shoes is shattering; a few of the embroidered threads and sequins are no longer there; a few darkened spots; tiny shoe buckle holes on the lugs. The condition of the shoes is reflected in the price. Decoration is not included.
