The original 1460 boot is undeniably iconic and there's duality to it. The boot started as a working class, utilitarian men's boot and ended up a symbol of self-expression and rebellion. Above ground to underground is why its dual nature and perfect for the museum collection. It's emblazoned with The Annunciation, a painting by Giannicola Di Paolo-which features the archangel Gabriel handing a lily, the symbol of purity, to the Virgin Mary. Religion, meets counterculture.
Selections from Di Paolo's designs are digitally printed onto Backhand leather. There's no binding on the collars. It's got our simple yellow welt stitch, which ensures the main focus is on the artwork. The Di Paolo has our iconic AirWair Bouncing Soles, that's oil-and-fat resistant with good abrasion and slip resistance-and has been since 1960. Finally, this shoe is Goodyear-welted, meaning the upper and sole are sewn together in our heat-sealed z-welt stitch for enhanced comfort.
CONSTRUCTION
This is a Goodyear-welted product. The upper and sole are heat-sealed and sewn together, not merely glued like many footwear constructions.