Lot 2510
A pair of German Victorian iron torture shoes, in 16th/17th century style, 19th century
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1369 Lots
Description
Multi-part simple shoes worked in sheet iron. The sole with three spring-loaded spikes in the heel area. At the upper border of the heel, three movable ring eyelets for securing the shoes to the delinquent. Surfaces pitted, with minor rust perforations in places. Length 28 cm each. A simple but very effective method of torture, in which the delinquent was bound in a standing position. The spikes in the shoes forced him to stand on tiptoe, which over time led to muscle cramps and consequently unavoidable injuries caused by the spikes.Condition: II - III Questions about the lot?
