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Evening sandals

Salvatore FerragamoWW-1937-585330

Gift of Salvatore Ferragamo, 1973

Catalogue

Year
1937
Medium
leather

Artist

Salvatore Ferragamo
Salvatore Ferragamo

Design

Salvatore Ferragamo was an Italian shoe designer. Widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in 20th-century footwear design, he was known for combining artisanal craftsmanship with technical innovation. Ferragamo pioneered new construction methods that emphasized comfort, balance, and structural support while maintaining elegance. His shoes were worn by leading figures of Hollywood, earning him the nickname "Shoemaker to the Stars."

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Year
1937
Medium
leather
Watts ID
WW-1937-585330

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Status
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Artist

Salvatore Ferragamo

Salvatore Ferragamo

Design

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