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Pair of pumps with scalloped edges
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Pair of pumps with scalloped edges

A. van Goethem · c. 1950 - c. 1960 · snakeskin; leather; linen (material); calf (leather)

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Alfred van Goethem made Mrs Brusse-Urtebise's shoes for over 30 years. While the models changed little over time, small differences can nonetheless be discerned. For instance, in the 1950s the heel was thinner and the toe was pointed, which created a more slender look.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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womenswearpumps
Credit linePaar pumps met geschulpte rand. c. 1950 - c. 1960. A. van Goethem. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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