Lavish handmade velvet papal slipper attributed to Pope Leo XIII, measuring 10.75″ long, featuring braided yellow-gold trim and a matching ornate embroidered design on the top of the foot, with a red ribbon and gold tassel shoelace. The soft leather sole is annotated in ink, “Leon XIII.” The beautiful shoe is housed in an elegant brown velvet decorative box, with the lid featuring an ornate embroidered coat of arms of Pope Leo XIII. The care with which the slipper was stored is an indication of its value to the original owner. In fine condition, with expected wear. A magnificent papal piece.
