Ladies' old-fashioned shoes

PLATE X.

Reading edition

This large buckled shoe was worn in the reign of Queen Anne, though, unfortunately, the name of its owner cannot be ascertained. The material is pink silk; the embroidery in silks and metallic threads is very rich, and the colours wonderfully preserved. The heel is of an immense height and breadth, and the toe so extravagantly pointed, that it must have protruded for a considerable distance beyond the foot.

A pink high-heeled shoe with a pointed toe, decorated with floral embroidery and a large folded strap across the front.