Mid 19th Century Patterned Child's Tabi Shoes (2) Cutting Boards and Washboards When we acquired the cabinet

When we acquired the cabinet it was covered in a black lacquer which was damaged and clearly not original

The measurements are as follows: W - 22cm x D - 21cm x H - 42cm

whether utilised for its original purpose or reproposed as a statement piece

from the Dungarpur region in India

despite being fragile

Mid 19th Century Patterned Child's Tabi Shoes (2) Cutting Boards and Washboards When we acquired the cabinetThese beautiful quaint shoes are known as tabi shoes and they originated in Japan, specifically Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, within the Showa period. They are hand stitched using chequered fabric of red, green and blue, which gives it that lovely patterned design. The interior is lined with cotton, and the shoes can fasten with ties at the front. They show traces of actual use as there are some wear and tear on the soles. These shoes would be