Originally mounted upside-down on a weighted wooden block, this solid iron shoe last would have been used extensively in the early 20th century by shoemakers, producing beautifully crafted shoes for young children. Nowadays, adult-sized shoe lasts are typically found and used for other uses such as doorstops, but this petit example is particularly exceptional in its sculptural qualities.
An authentically aged surface from many decades of use showcases the true history of this piece, well-suited for display and appreciation of the countless stories it would tell - if it could!
