Small brass shoes with stands, how old are they and what is their purpose?

Discussion in 'Metalware' started by Elen Beattie, Jun 29, 2023.

  1. Elen Beattie

    Elen Beattie Well-Known Member

    Hello! These 2D brass shoes (5.25"L x 2.9"W) were picked up at auction recently. They look on the older side, what age could they be? Also, do you think purely decorative or could they have been used in a shoe shop for example? Any and all info appreciated, thank you!
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    Elen Beattie, Jun 29, 2023
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  2. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    store display.....?
     
    komokwa, Jun 29, 2023
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  3. johnnycb09

    johnnycb09 Well-Known Member

    They almost look like a printing plate. Those legs are rather crude when the shoes arent . Fun pieces.
     
    johnnycb09, Jun 30, 2023
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  4. Elen Beattie

    Elen Beattie Well-Known Member

    After a bit of digging, I found some listings of similar (but not quite the same!) that say they are trench art from WW1, often seen on fireplaces during and after the war. I do have a few other pieces of trench art and perhaps these are from shells?
     
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  5. 2manybooks

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    2manybooks, Jun 30, 2023
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  6. Elen Beattie

    Elen Beattie Well-Known Member

    Great links, thank you!
     
    Elen Beattie, Jun 30, 2023
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