Amazing Vintage WW2 era Art Deco late 1930s early 1940s Oxblood high vamp lace up Oxford Pumps shoes.Size 4.5 to 5 vgc

Amazing amazing pair of Vintage shoes in really excellent condition considering these are around 85 years old,circa 1940 to 45 WW2 era.
Hardly any wear at all,marked as a Uk size 5 these would suit a smaller foot as in a size 4.5 with a narrow fit.
Below is information I have gathered from an expert.
These are classic examples of late 1930s to early 1940s "Oxford Pumps".
Unlike modern pumps that sit low on the foot, these shoes have a very high vamp (the part that covers the top of the foot).
In the late 30s and early 40s, it was fashionable for shoes to enclose more of the foot, often mimicking the look of a sturdy walking shoe but with a feminine heel.
The sweeping, curved lines stitched across the toe (the
"sunburst" or "chevron" effect) are quintessential Art Deco influence. The tiny circular perforations at the points of those lines were incredibly popular at that time.
The heel shape is known as a Cuban heel—sturdy, slightly tapered, and medium-high. This was the "workhorse" heel of the era. It provided enough stability for daily wear and walking while still offering a dressed-up height.
The leather looks to be a high-quality calfskin or kidskin. The interior lining and the way the sole is bonded are consistent with mid-century manufacturing.
The flat, wide cotton laces on the burgundy pair are also very period-appropriate.
I would say the black pair is likely late '30s. The sharper geometric stitching feels very late Art Deco.
The burgundy pair (or often called "oxblood") with the slightly more rounded details are classic early '40s.
If these were later (1950s), the toe would likely be much more pointed.

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