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Pair of woman's shoes
Designed by: Beth Levine (American, 1914–2006)
American
about 1973
Medium/Technique
Leather, patent leather, lucite
Dimensions
Center back: 26.7 cm (10 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Susan Ward
Accession Number2007.310.1-2
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionHigh-heeled pumps of red patent leather, lined in white leather; leather sole, clear lucite heel. Labeled: "Beth's Bootery." Paper label attached to sole of right shoe: "Saks Fifth Avenue / Reduced to / 23 24 90 / Sales Final." With original "Beth's Bootery" box, printed in brown and white.
ProvenancePurchased by internet auction, about 2005; Gift to the MFA, March 21 2007