Open-Toed Pumps, Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone, 1935-1940

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Artifact Overview

Elizabeth Parke Firestone's refined sense of fashion reflected years of interest in clothing design and collaboration with world-renowned couturiers. Firestone dressed impeccably from head to toe, accessorizing her designer ensembles with carefully selected hats, gloves, handbags, and footwear. Firestone's wardrobe included shoes of favored styles in many custom-dyed colors, to ensure a perfect match.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Pumps (Shoes)

Date Made

1935-1940

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

89.492.1232

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mrs. Harvey Firestone, Jr.

Material

Satin
Leather
Rhinestone

Color

Dark red
Silver (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 5.5 in
Width: 2.875 in
Length: 7.375 in

Inscriptions

instep: The French Bootery Inc. Fashionable Footwear 225 57st. Madison Ave. New York
Open-Toed Pumps, Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone, 1935-1940