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CHINESE BOUND FEET LOTUS SHOES HAND-EMBROIDERED SILK INTRICATE QiNG DYNASTY

$ 224.4

Availability: 63 in stock
  • Modified Item: No
  • Country of Manufacture: China
  • Featured Refinements: Vintage Chinese
  • Condition: Beautiful, genuine, have been worn. See photo of soles.
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: China

    Description

    Hand-embroidered lotus shoes.  Antique, Q'ing Dynasty (1723-1911).  Specific year unknown.  These are actual lotus shoes, not tourist souvenirs.  You can see from the soles that these have been worn, photos #5 and 9.  The embroidery is beautiful with only slight flaws, see enlarged photos #6, 7, 8.  These are carefully stored with tissue inserts to maintain shape, and clear acrylic box for display.  Box included.
    Measurements: 5.75 x 2 x 5.75 inches (measured at largest points).
    Due to the value of these, full insurance is required.  Signature for delivery is also required, so please do not bid/purchase if this is a problem for you.  Shipping cost reflects these factors.