311 - A PAIR OF WOOD SHOES WITH METALL INLAYS INDIA 18TH CENTURY

A PAIR OF WOOD SHOES WITH METALL INLAYS INDIA 18TH CENTURY Dimensions: Height 9 cm Wide 9 cm Depth 24 cm Weight: 527 grams both A pair of wooden shoes or sandals of elongated form, fitted with dark metal or metal-inlaid details and raised sole elements. The pair shows substantial wear and a darkened surface from age and use, while the narrow profile and elevated construction give them a distinctive practical silhouette. Their interest lies in the combination of everyday function and careful material treatment: even a utilitarian object is given visual refinement through shaped wood, fitted metalwork and balanced proportions.