White Valenki with Fur Decoration. Mid
Russian Valenki
The Russian Valenki (hand-made felt boots ) represent one of the key symbols of Russia. They contain warmth, cosiness and fashion. You can easily use them as slippers in your home.
The history of valenki began many centuries ago. The first their prototype was founded in 4 century B.C. The ancient legend has it that valenki have therapeutic virtues. The lambswool hairs allegedly stimulate blood circulation in the feet, strengthen the immune system.
From old times valenki were national footwear in Russia, and were worn not only by peasants and military but also by members of the tsar family.
Empress Anna Ioanova, who used to complain of pain in her legs, was another believer in the virtues of valenki and used to allow ladies at court to wear lambswool socks with their ballroom gowns.
Valenki - fashionable footwear!
Valenki - one of the best souvenirs of Russia!
ARTIFICIAL FUR DECORATION.
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| White Valenki with Fur Decoration. Mid (25-31) |
£ 39.20 |
€ 46.20 |
$ 58.50 |
| White Valenki with Fur Decoration. Mid (32-34) |
£ 44.40 |
€ 52.30 |
$ 66.20 |
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