Vintage Pair of Brass Shoe Store Display Stands suit Directed by Octavio Cortázar -

Directed by Octavio Cortázar - Instituto Cubano del Arte e Industria Cinematográficos (ICAIC)

In the 1920s

One example incorporates a multicolor striped band-consistent with Eastern Star symbolism-alongside beaded lettering reading "R M

reading through enamel-backed windows marked in serifed type

reflecting the specialized production methods used in casino gaming equipment

Vintage Pair of Brass Shoe Store Display Stands suit Directed by Octavio Cortázar -Pair of cast brass shoe display stands designed for presenting footwear in retail store windows and sales displays. Each stand features an elongated sculptural upright with flowing, streamlined lines rising from a stepped rectangular base to a shaped top support that cradles the heel of a shoe. Mounting holes in the bases allowed the stands to be secured to display platforms, while the elegant, minimalist form reflects the Art Deco and Streamline