Burgundy Red Leather Ballet Flat Slippers

Victorian Early / Crinoline · 1850s · American

A pair of mid-19th century women's flat slippers constructed from burgundy-red leather with a smooth, slightly glossy finish. The shoes feature a simple slip-on design with minimal heel elevation and a rounded toe shape characteristic of 1840s-1860s footwear. Each shoe is adorned with a small fabric bow at the vamp, secured with what appears to be a decorative button or stud. The construction shows hand-stitched seams along the sole attachment and upper assembly. The interior reveals brown leather lining with visible wear patterns. The overall silhouette reflects the practical, comfortable footwear favored during the Victorian crinoline period when women's dress emphasized modesty and functionality in daily wear.