Victorian Carved Shoe with Pinprick Decoration antique kindergartenfroebel kindergarten blocks these are quintessential examples of

these are quintessential examples of pottery made by the women of the Shipibo

(There is a piece of tape on the interior of the bowl in one photo

certainly some young girl

and with some age to it

Victorian Carved Shoe with Pinprick Decoration antique kindergartenfroebel kindergarten blocks these are quintessential examples ofI believe this one was carved to hold a pin cushion, and certainly could again, but It's a quite an excellent carved shoe exactly as it is. Lovely pin prick type detailing along the sides and back and toe, and an especially nicely done front, with six nails for lacing. Polychromed a reddish brown, perfectly aged. Late 19th early 20th c I believe. 5 1 2" l x 2 7 8" t x 1 1 2" w. Very good antique condition with a great patina.