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Fine Art Print : European shoes, slippers and boots
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European shoes, slippers and boots
European shoes and boots: Russian boot 1, Russian womans sandal 2, Finnish womans sandal 3, Finnish womans slipper 4, Finnish bejeweled shoes 5, 6, Hungarian mans boot 7, Tartarian womans snoe-shoes 8, Persian womans slippers 9, 10, Chinese womans shoe 11, Turkish womans chopine 12, Greek island womans boot 13, Naxos womans boot 14, Venetian backless shoe 15, and Irish peasants brogue 16. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from J. Sparkes Halls Book of the Feet, HIstory of Boots and Shoes, New York, 1847
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Boot Finnish Hungarian Mans Persian Sandal Shoe Shoes Slipper Slippers Womans Chopine
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the enchanting world of European footwear with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of Fine Art Prints, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Feast your eyes on the intricate details of these timeless designs, featuring a captivating collection of Russian boots, women's sandals from Finland, and Hungarian men's boots. From bejeweled shoes to traditional slippers, each print showcases the rich cultural heritage and artistry of European footwear. Bring a touch of history and elegance to your home or office with these stunning, rights-managed prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Step into the rich tapestry of European footwear history with this hand-colored copperplate engraving from J. Sparkes Hall's "Book of the Feet." This intriguing image showcases a diverse array of European shoes and boots, each representing the unique cultural heritage of various regions. Beginning with Russia, we find a traditional Russian boot (1) featuring high laces and a thick sole, designed for the harsh winter climate. In contrast, a Russian woman's sandal (2) boasts delicate straps and an open design, perfect for warmer months. Moving north to Finland, we encounter a woman's sandal (3) with intricate wooden details and a flat sole, ideal for the country's rocky terrain. Another Finnish woman's slipper (4) is adorned with a fur lining and decorative embroidery. The bejeweled shoes (5, 6) are a stunning example of Finnish craftsmanship, bedecked with precious stones and intricate designs. The Hungarian man's boot (7) is characterized by its high, laced design, providing both warmth and protection. Tartarian women's snoe-shoes (8) are essential for traversing the snowy landscapes of Eastern Europe, with their long, wooden soles and adjustable bindings. Persian women's slippers (9, 10) display elegant, flowing designs and delicate embroidery, reflecting the opulence of Persian culture. A Chinese woman's shoe (11) showcases the intricate artistry of Chinese footwear, with its delicate embroidery and delicate design. Turkish women's chopines (12) elevate the wearer, adding both grace and elegance to their steps. Greek island women's boots (13, 14) feature intricate patterns and a unique, open-toed design, inspired by the sun-soaked islands of the Mediterranean. Rounding out this diverse collection, we find a Venetian backless shoe (15) and an Irish peasant's brogue (16), both emblematic of their respective regions' rich historical footwear traditions.
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