Vintage Pair Child Toddler Chinese Red Dragon Slippers Satin & Fur China 4 3/4”

Vintage Chinese Tiger Head Shoes Embroidered Silk Baby Slippers 4.5 Sole  - Brand: Unbranded / Handmade Folk Art  - Style: Slipper / Traditional Child's Shoe  - Color: Red with multi-color accents (Green, Yellow, White)  - Material: Silk / Satin fabric blend with faux fur accents  - Sole Length: 4.5 inches (Approx. US Infant Size 2-3)  - Condition: Pre-owned  [ITEM DESCRIPTION]  **Item Overview:**  Up for sale is a beautiful pair of Vintage Traditional Chinese Tiger Head Baby Shoes (虎头鞋). These handmade textile slippers feature vibrant red fabric intricately decorated with colorful embroidery to form the classic protective tiger or foo dog face.  The highly detailed design includes prominent sequined eyes, green fabric noses, soft white faux fur tufts, and twisted multi-colored thread whiskers/tassels. In Chinese folklore, tiger-head shoes are traditionally gifted to infants and toddlers to ward off evil spirits, bring good luck, and protect them as they learn to take their first steps.  **Condition Details:**  - Overall Condition: Good vintage condition with vibrant colors and intact stitching.  - Wear: Minor signs of age-related wear or light display dust may be present. Interior lining shows light discoloration consistent with age.  - Note: Please review all high-resolution listing photos carefully, as they serve as the primary description of the item's physical condition.  **Dimensions:**  - Sole Length: 4.5 inches