Description
Traditional shoes of the wealthy Chinese woman. Nice clean and never worn, these slippers or shoes are made of smooth black silk with bright colored embroidery. Feet were bound to stop the growth because if a woman had normal size feet, she was considered to be a peasant. That meant that the hard work she did on the farm caused her feet to be large.
Measurement is for one shoe.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent
Origin:
China
Materials & Techniques:
Silk
Details:
Country of Origin: China
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Measurement is for one shoe.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent
Origin:
China
Materials & Techniques:
Silk
Details:
Country of Origin: China
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
2.5 x 7 x 2 in
Antique Silk Chinese Bounding Shoes
Estimate $90-$260
Starting Bid
$45
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October Curated Art & Antiques
Oct 2, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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