Description: A pair of rare antique 19th century Qing dynasty Chinese women’s embroidered silk bound feet Lotus shoes in excellent condition commensurate with age. One side of the shoe features a monkey on abamboo branch. The other side displays a pig with a flowering branch. The soles of the shoes are also embroidered with butterflies and silk ribbon. These shoes were most likely made for a bride to wear on her wedding day. The zodiac animals, monkey and pig, were possibly those of the bride and groom. These shoes were featured in an article in the January 2016 journal Textiles Asia. Approximate dimensions: 6 ¼ inches toe to back; 3 inches height of back Please note that eBay collects the sales tax, which will be included in the invoice. Notice to international buyers: The cost of international shipping is higher than the cost of shipping within the USA. The total charge for shipping will be determined based on the location of the buyer. It will include the cost of insurance. Import taxes and custom fees are the responsibility of the buyer.Please inquire about the cost before buying.
Price: 325 USD
Location: Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-12-24T21:38:34.000Z
Shipping Cost: 15 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Region of Origin: China
Age: Qung Dynasty
