Heels[Upper left]

c. 1925-France

Material: 

Wood; patent leather; rhinestones and metal beads.

Dimension: 

5cm (height)

Heels[Upper right]

c. 1925-France

Material: 

Wood; patent leather; rhinestones.

Dimension: 

5cm (height)

Heels[Lower left]

c. 1925-France

Material: 

Wood; patent leather; rhinestones and metal beads.

Dimension: 

5cm (height)

Heels[Lower right]

c. 1925-France

Material: 

Wood; patent leather; rhinestones and metal beads.

Dimension: 

5cm (height)

These are Art Deco period heels referred to as "jeweled heels". They are a sample from a time when heels were custom-ordered. With enamel manufacturing put to practical use on shoes since the end of the 18th century, and the implementation of Bakelite and similar resin treatments in 1909, the heels radiate a glossy shine. Moreover, they show the subtle workmanship of geometric designs, and limestone and metal bead application, At that time in Paris, couturier and artisans specializing in custom-order footwear created luxurious shoes. Craftsmen who signed their names on shoe designs, like Andre Perugia, also appeared. Then, in the 1920s, Western European women began exposing the leg below the knees for the first time. When compared to the existence of footwear up until that period, this becomes an important matter. Shoes which utilize functionality paired with small engraved designs and various historic moldings. Of these shoes, 1920s footwear that reflects art deco designs can be said to exhibit a special charm equal to a kind of objet d'art.

Inventory Number(s): AC7769 93-18-10AB [Upper left]AC7767 93-18-8AB [Upper right]AC7768 93-18-9AB [Lower left], AC7766 93-18-7AB [Lower right],