Source Unknown NEW Baby Walker Shoes Chinese Tiger-head Shoes Handmade Red and Green

These are Chinese tiger-head shoes (Chinese: 虎头鞋), a traditional folk handicraft used as footwear for children. Handmade and gift-ready. There is no size tag, so please see the pics for measurements. NWOT! Mixed fabrics and a structured sole. • Their name comes from the toe cap, which is designed to resemble the head of a tiger. • In Chinese culture, tigers are regarded as auspicious, and the vivid image of the tiger-head pattern is thought to expel evil spirits and protect children from diseases and disasters. • These shoes are a complicated work, featuring embroidery and vibrant colors like red and yellow. • They can be given as a traditional present to relatives and friends with a baby.