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The Osgood collection comprises 179 objects, chiefly fashionable Italian-made women's shoes dating from the years 1954 to 1958. The shoes were collected by Charline Osgood, Director of the Kid Leather Guild, a trade organization of American kid leather manufacturers. Highlighting the use of kid leather in footwear, the collection provides a fascinating and enticing view of high-style European shoe design from the period, representing many of the finest and most inventive Italian makers.
This attractive design highlights two contemporary Italian trends: low, scooped out quarters and the positioning of the high heel well under the foot. The rich color and quality of the suede is played off nicely against the crepe trim.