Mid 19th Century Patterned Child's Tabi Shoes (2) Decorative are as follows- H -

are as follows- H - 32cm

dating to roughly the 19th century

and the bottom shelf has been uniquely carved to form a pattern on the bottom shelf

It has a circular shape with a distinct hand-carved lid on top

seamlessly blending traditional elegance with contemporary functionality

Mid 19th Century Patterned Child's Tabi Shoes (2) Decorative are as follows- H -These beautiful quaint shoes are known as tabi shoes and they originated in Japan, specifically Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, within the Showa period. They are hand stitched using chequered fabric of red, green and blue, which gives it that lovely patterned design. The interior is lined with cotton, and the shoes can fasten with ties at the front. They show traces of actual use as there are some wear and tear on the soles. These shoes would be