Embroidered Slippers, England, 1870s #stomacher tapering prongs extend downward -

tapering prongs extend downward - typical of combs designed to slide into and secure updos

The House of Doucet was originally founded by Jacque’s parents in 1817 and specialized in women's lingerie and laces

as such delicate fabrics are often found tattered or deteriorated

is a rare and opulent example of Transylvanian festive costume

Embroidered Slippers, England, 1870s #stomacher tapering prongs extend downward -Polychrome embroidered slippers, from the 1870s. Origin: England. Embroidered are different flower motifs. Small heel attached to the leather sole with nails. Good to very good condition. The leather is a little bit dried up. Little pearl loss especially at the edges.