



Lot 44
A pair of Western Costume replica Ruby Slippers
25 November 2013, 13:00 EST
Los AngelesSold for US$35,000 inc. premium
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A pair of Western Costume replica Ruby Slippers
Red sequined pumps with a beaded bow, 2 in. heels, and yellow leather interior. Bearing a red-lettered Western Costume Co. Hollywood label with the typed inscription, "No. The Wizard of Oz / Name Dorothy." With the original shoe box, wrapped in blue and white gingham fabric to mimic Dorothy's famous dress.
Western Costume Company, who made the original ruby slippers for The Wizard of Oz, created these replica shoes in 1989 to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the film's release. Originally sold for $5,000 per pair, these shoes were made from the same molds as the originals and are one of an estimated 15 replica pairs made for sale.
Box: 12 x 9 x 5 in.
Western Costume Company, who made the original ruby slippers for The Wizard of Oz, created these replica shoes in 1989 to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the film's release. Originally sold for $5,000 per pair, these shoes were made from the same molds as the originals and are one of an estimated 15 replica pairs made for sale.
Box: 12 x 9 x 5 in.
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