Pair of woman's shoes
Jimmy Choo
(Malaysian (active in London), born in 1961)
Cate Blanchett
(Australian, born in 1969)
1999
Object PlaceLondon, England
Medium/TechniqueSilk satin weave; leather; rhinestones; plastic
DimensionsLength: 241.3 mm (9 1/2 in.)
Credit LineGift of Judith Hurwitz Krupp
Accession number2010.230.1-2
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Not on viewClassificationsCostumes
ProvenanceMarch 18, 1999, anonymous sale, Christie's, New York, "Unforgettable: Fashion of the Oscars," lot 54, purchased by Judith Krupp, Wellesley, MA [see note 1]; gift of Krupp to the MFA (Accession date: April 14, 2010)NOTES:
[1] These shoes were sold as part of a benefit auction for AMFAR held by Christies in which dresses worn to the Academy Awards were sold. Although not listed in the catalogue, this pair of shoes accompanied lot 54, a "Mystery Dress," which would be worn by an unnamed star at the upcoming Oscar ceremony that year. Cate Blanchett ultimately wore the dress and shoes to the ceremony on Sunday, March 21, 1999 where she was nominated for Best Actress for her role in "Elizabeth."
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