Woman's Shoes
ShoemakerMade by
Palizzio
RetailerSold by
G. Fox and Co.
(American, founded 1847)
Date1955-1960
MediumMachine-stitched cotton on synthetic mesh, leather, and synthetic fabric, with rubber top piece
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 5 x 3 1/8 x 10 1/8in. (12.7 x 7.9 x 25.7cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Kay Hoffman
Object number1991.142.2a,b
DescriptionStiletto-heeled pumps, with machine-stitched black thread creating a lacy design on neutral-colored plastic mesh. The throatline is scalloped and finished with a very fine black ribbed synthetic or silk piping. The toes are a narrow oval shape. The quarters are lined with flesh-colored suede leather; the toes are also lined with this leather. The sock lining is black leather. The two-inch-high heels are covered with black ribbed synthetic or silk fabric.
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