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Late 19th C Beechwood Pair Gents Shoe last
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Late 19th C Beechwood Pair Gents Shoe last

1900 - 1920
Description

A very decorative pair of gentleman shoe lasts with adjustable tongue. Approximately size 7-9.

They are wonderfully coloured and a great decorators piece.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Declaration

Timberhill Gallery has dated these Antique Wooden Shoe Lasts to the Edwardian era.

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SA498307
Description
A very decorative pair of gentleman shoe lasts with adjustable tongue. Approximately size 7-9.

They are wonderfully coloured and a great decorators piece.

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Date of Manufacture

Timberhill Gallery has dated these Antique Wooden Shoe Lasts to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA498307
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A pair of late 19th-century carved beechwood gents shoe lasts with a warm brown patinated finish and visible cobbler pin marks.
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Archive I A pair of late 19th-century carved beechwood gents shoe lasts with a warm brown patinated finish and visible cobbler pin marks.

Late 19th C Beechwood Pair Gents Shoe last

Archive II A pair of late 19th-century carved beechwood gents shoe lasts with a warm brown patinated finish and visible cobbler pin marks. View II
Archive III A pair of late 19th-century carved beechwood gents shoe lasts with a warm brown patinated finish and visible cobbler pin marks. View III
Archive IV A pair of late 19th-century carved beechwood gents shoe lasts with a warm brown patinated finish and visible cobbler pin marks. View IV
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Timberhill Gallery

Timberhill Gallery
Telephone 07805 249 756
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Bungay
Suffolk
United Kingdom
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A pair of late 19th-century carved beechwood gents shoe lasts with a warm brown patinated finish and visible cobbler pin marks.
Late 19th C Beechwood Pair Gents Shoe Last
Ref: SA498307
A pair of late 19th-century carved beechwood gents shoe lasts with a warm brown patinated finish and visible cobbler pin marks.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBeechwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved foot profile, Two-piece construction, Patinated timber surface, Cobbler pin holes
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 14 cm (6 in) x D 32 cm (13 in)

These Edwardian gentleman shoe lasts form a decorative pair crafted from beechwood. The timber displays a warm brown tone with a heavily patinated, darkened finish showing distinct grain variations, surface scuffs, and small pin holes from cobbler use. Each last utilizes a two-piece construction with an adjustable tongue and a carved foot profile, displaying dark heel caps and circular fastener indents along the side. Measuring 15 cm high, 14 cm wide, and 32 cm deep, this matched set functions well as an authentic display item suited for a library, study, or living room setting. Position these carved wooden objects on a bookshelf, desk, or mantelpiece to introduce an industrial or utilitarian aesthetic to an interior space. The tactile surface and historical character provide a distinct focal point among books or decorative objects. Maintenance simply involves occasional dusting with a dry cloth to preserve the aged timber appearance.

FAQs

Shoe lasts are carved anatomical forms used by shoemakers and cobblers to shape and construct footwear, ensuring consistent sizing and arch support during manufacture.

Historically, dense hardwoods such as beech, maple, or hornbeam were favoured due to their durability and ability to retain shape despite repeated contact with moisture, metal tacks, and hammers.

Authentic 19th-century examples typically show hand-turned timber marks, iron heel plates, small pinholes from tack placement, deep natural timber patination, and multi-piece construction for easy removal from finished shoes.

These artefacts serve as sculptural display pieces when arranged on bookshelves, mantels, or desks, adding a touch of historical craftsmanship and tactile timber warmth to modern rustic or industrial interiors.

Dust the timber regularly with a soft cloth and apply a high-quality clear beeswax polish periodically to feed the wood, maintaining the natural patina while protecting against drying out.
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