late medieval strappy shoes natural brown

Late medieval strappy shoes. Shoes of this type have been worn across all classes, in the complete late middle ages. Almost indistinguishable from a turn-sewed shoe, but much more stable in construction.

The shoes are made of natural tanned leather. It is very supple but extremely rugged.

Findings of these shoes are in many museums. Similar findings shoes are also available in high-medieval era, but they have been tied with laces back then. As with the 14th-15th century buckles have been added to close the straps. You have findings in Konstanz, London, Schleswig,... a truely classic of late medieval times.

One should think, these type of shoes have only been worn by women, but they have been worn by men a lot too. It is likely that this shoetype became fashionable due to the form-fitting fashion in late medieval era. High shoes shanks would have disturbed the medieval garb.

Upper leather: approximately 2 mm
outsole leather thickness: front min. 6mm, heel min. 12mm
Upper material: leather
insole: leather
outsole: leather

regarding size:
The should fit just well if you choose your standard size you normally go for when buying shoes.

regarding color:
These shoe model comes ungreased and undyed. This means you can dye and grease or just grease the shoes. Grease nurtures and protects the leather. Therefore we highly recommend greasing these shoes regularly.

delivery content: 1 pair high- and late medieval strappy shoes