Late 19th-century Taiwanese lotus shoes

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Item No. 05465
Description A pair of late 19th-century Taiwanese lotus shoes are crafted from wood and cotton with finely embroidered floral motifs and hand-painted heels. Once worn by women with bound feet, they reflect the artistry and cultural significance of foot-binding practices in Taiwan during the Qing period.
Material Cotton, wood
Origin Taiwan
Circa Late 1800
Dimensions 4 x 5.5 cm
Provenance Bai Win Collection

24,000NT$

  • USD: 753US$

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