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Red suede high heel shoe with green metal stem heel and petal back, open sides
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Red suede high heel shoe with green metal stem heel and petal back, open sides
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Brand
c. 1960
Suede and metal
Italy
Museum purchase
Object numberP90.78.2
The stiletto heel was developed in the mid-1950s and rapidly became popular. Its tall, slender design lengthened the leg and made it appear shapelier, an effect enhanced by pointed toes. The rose motif of these striking stiletto-heeled pumps alludes to beauty and romance.
DescriptionRose shoes in red suede with green painted metal sculpted stiletto heel in rose stem shape and red suede petal counter, open sided pumps with pointed toe
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