Japanese Thongs Antique Childrens Shoes Red and similar items

ANtique Wooden shoes with thong style straps are covered with a metallic red damask. They have a thick black leather sole nailed on showing the age. They measure about 6? long by 2 1/2? wide with a 1? platform. Here is a bit of history about the owner of this item: L.V. Collings went to China in 1916 to work for the Standard Oil Company of New York then known as Socony (Standard Oil Company of New York) or the Flying Red Horse Oil Company (Esso) and was there until 1923. He returned to law school, worked for a law firm and then rejoined the Standard Vacuum Oil Company where he worked in the NYC office until he retired in 1960 when he was Chairman of the Board of Directors. The company operated in 60 countries or jurisdictions in the Far East, Australia and New Zealand and in Africa. TERMS POLICIES CONDITION : All items are sold as is and leave from a smoke free, pet free environment. SHIPPING : We offer 1 day handling normally and can do express or fedex as well. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING : Please note you will be responsible for import taxes or other customs fees (if applicable) for your package. We cannot provide inaccurate information to customs officials.While we do offer 1st class international, it cannot be tracked. Insurance is included in handling fee for all types of shipping, even 1st class, at our discretion. RETURN POLICY :Though most items are non-returnable, Satisfaction GUARANTEED! Miss Kitty knows it is hard to buy items with just our great photos and a witty description. LOVE RETRO!