Antique Mughal-Style Gold Embroidered Leather Slipper India Punjab Region 1900

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Antique Mughal-Style Gold Embroidered Leather Slipper (Single), India/Punjab Region, circa 1900
A rare and evocative antique single slipper, crafted in … Read more Antique Mughal-Style Gold Embroidered Leather Slipper (Single), India/Punjab Region, circa 1900
A rare and evocative antique single slipper, crafted in hand-tooled leather and richly embroidered with gilt metallic threads. Originating from the India/Punjab region and influenced by Mughal courtly traditions, this elegant shoe features the iconic elongated, upturned toe—symbolic of status and refined taste.
The surface is densely worked with gold-toned embroidery, creating a luminous, textured effect against the leather ground. Entirely hand-stitched, the piece reflects the high level of craftsmanship associated with traditional mojari or khussa footwear, historically worn by nobility and reserved for ceremonial or indoor use.
Today, this single example stands as a sculptural decorative object—ideal for collectors of textile art, Islamic design, or ethnographic artifacts.
Dimensions:
10.5" L × 4" W
Materials: Hand-tooled leather, gilt metallic thread
Origin: India / Punjab region
Period: Circa 1900
Condition:
Antique condition with age-related wear; patina and some loss to metallic threads consistent with age
A distinctive and museum-worthy piece—celebrating the opulence and artistry of Mughal-inspired footwear. See less