Historical shoes FP – The art of shoe makers
Historical shoes FP-Federico Panebianco is the art of shoe makers with his passion.
From his hands come not shoes but leather works of art.
Whether it’s a bespoke shoe, a historic shoe or a simple belt.
The art of Calzaioli was born from the idea of a craftsman Federico Panebianco who has a passion for leather and for history.
History, yes, but for the shoes and who wore them. From his research he found and made many shoes from every era and every period.
Although most of them are from the medieval Renaissance period.
The Sienese artisan Federico Panebianco creates unique objects.
Details and finishes are important to make every job perfect, if you don’t trust his words, come and visit him at his artisan workshop in Colle Vald’Elsa, in the province of Siena.
The craftsmanship of shoes, bags and leather goods in general is classic even if it can carry out any type of processing.
Research, study and tradition have allowed him to specialize in historical reproductions of fine workmanship, becoming the supplier of the footwear of the Palio di Siena, a unique event known throughout the world.
The production of him or his handicraft:
Federico Panebianco creates anything a person desires in leather; from the made-to-measure shoe that borders on perfection to give it a comfortable yet elegant shoe to the simplest object.
The main achievements of him are in addition to custom shoes:
Historical shoes:
Federico Panebianco’s great passion is the creation of historical shoes from all over Europe of any historical period and geographical area. His study of materials and models make him one of the leading experts in the sector.
He can make shoes from the Italian Middle Ages but also from all over Europe.
But also Renaissance or 19th century shoes. Any event needs period costumes, the craftsman Federico Panebianco can make the right shoes.
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BOTTICELLI
BOTTICELLI Classic line : custom handmade shoes for men
BOTTICELLI Classic line : handmade men’s tailored shoes.
Walking shoe, Francesina model, in cordura and leather.
Leather remborded upper, welt and leather sole, Blake internal seam.
Heel and half sole in colored rubber in vegetable tanned leather,
free of chromium and other metals falling within the type of organic tanning.
Hand-stitched upper.
Buttress.
Unlined.
Heavy greased leather sole.355,00€ + VATBOTTICELLI
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POPOLANO
POPOLANO: POPOLANO’S SHOE
Shoe worn by commoners, humble people
HISTORICAL PERIOD: 11th / 15th century
GEOGRAPHICAL AREA: SOUTH EUROPEDESCRIPTION :
in vegetable tanned leather, free of chromium and other metals,
falling within the type of organic tanning.
Hand-stitched upper.
Buttress.
Unlined.
Heavy greased leather sole.EVENTS:
In the Middle Ages it was used by commoners, humble people who did not care about color and elegance. Simple and comfortable.
Today it is used in historical reenactments of the Middle Ages.125,00€ + VATPOPOLANO
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ARMIGER – ARMIGERO
ARMIGER – ARMIGERO : WARRIOR SHOE
HISTORICAL PERIOD: from the XII to the XIV century
GEOGRAPHICAL AREA: EUROPEDESCRIPTION :
In sturdy greased leather.
Entirely hand-sewn including the sole.
Lacing with leather laces.
Buttress.EVENTS:
Shoe used in the past by the one who carried weapons or was armed, ready to fight, or by a warrior.
Today in the re-enactments of the Middle Ages.410,00€ + VATARMIGER – ARMIGERO
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MAN OF CHURCH
MAN OF THE CHURCH: PRELATE’S SHOE
Man of church prelate’s shoe
HISTORICAL PERIOD: from the XII to the XIV century
GEOGRAPHICAL AREA: EUROPEDESCRIPTION :
Vegetable tanned leather shoe,
Free of chromium and metals,
Falling within the type of organic tanning.
Upper and edge-wrapping all hand-sewn, even the detail of the tongue.
Leather sole.
Closure with leather laces.EVENTS:
Shoe used by prelates, today also in re-enactments.225,00€ + VATMAN OF CHURCH
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INFANTRYMAN – FANTE
INFANTRYMAN : SOLDIER’S SHOE
Infantryman shoe used by infantrymen
HISTORICAL PERIOD: XII / XIII century
GEOGRAPHICAL AREA: SOUTH EUROPEDESCRIPTION :
In sturdy greased leather.
Fully lined.
Buttress and reinforced toe.
Thick leather sole, with added wedge.
Closure with leather lace.EVENTS:
Footwear used by infantrymen, it made it easier to walk and fast moving, along with the protections they were wearing.
In re-enactments it is used in marches.195,00€ + VATINFANTRYMAN – FANTE
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EXACTOR debt collector
EXACTOR: SHOE FROM EXACTOR
Shoe used by debt collectors (EXACTORS)
HISTORICAL PERIOD: XII / XV century
GEOGRAPHICAL AREA: SOUTH EUROPEDESCRIPTION :
Soft leather shoe.
Vegetable tanned, free of chromium and other metals,
Falling within the type of organic tanning.
Hand stitching of the upper.
Front unlined.
Buttress.
Leather sole, ankle strap closure and side buckle.EVENTS:
Shoe used by debt collectors, those who collect taxes on behalf of the King or other Lords.
Even in re-enactments he goes around with a large bag and two armed escort men.155,00€ + VATEXACTOR debt collector
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PILGRIM PELLEGRINO
PILGRIM: SHOE FOR PILGRIM
Pilgrim shoe worn by pilgrims when they went on pilgrimage
HISTORICAL PERIOD: 11th / 15th century
GEOGRAPHICAL AREA: EUROPEDESCRIPTION :
In vegetable tanned leather,
Free of chromium and other metals,
Falling within the type of organic tanning.
Hand-stitched upper.
Unlined.
Buttress.
Durable leather sole, closure with leather laces.EVENTS:
Shoe worn by pilgrims when they went on pilgrimage,
because it is robust, but at the same time comfortable and safe.
Also used today as in the Middle Ages and in historical re-enactments.138,00€ + VATPILGRIM PELLEGRINO
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BALIVO
BALIVO: SHOE OF THE FREE FARMER OR LAND OWNER
Balivo shoe worn by a free landowner
HISTORICAL PERIOD: from the 11th to the 14th century
GEOGRAPHICAL AREA: SOUTH EUROPEDESCRIPTION :
Half boot in vegetable tanned leather,
Free of chromium and other metals,
Falling within the type of organic tanning.
Upper all hand-sewn.
Unlined.
Buttress.
Greased leather sole, closure with leather laces and side buckle.EVENTS:
Shoe used by the free landowner, who distributed the tasks to the peasants,
supervised the care of the livestock and the maintenance of tools and buildings,
as it also appears in historical re-enactments.
The shoes are indicative, in height and sturdiness, of the tasks he performs.178,00€ + VATBALIVO
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ARCHER ARCIERE
ARCHER: ARCHER SHOE
Shoe worn by archers (Arcieri)
HISTORICAL PERIOD: from the 11th to the 14th century
GEOGRAPHICAL AREA: EUROPEDESCRIPTION :
Boot in greased leather.
Upper all hand-sewn.
Buttress.
Front unlined.
Greased leather sole, lacing with leather laces.EVENTS:
Shoe worn by archers, which allowed them to move easily on all types of terrain.
Today, in re-enactments, these shoes make a fine show of themselves for their beauty, workmanship and practicality.155,00€ + VATARCHER ARCIERE
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CASTALDO
CASTALDO: SHOE FROM CASTALDO
Castaldo the king’s tax collector’s shoe; medieval footwear
HISTORICAL PERIOD: from the 13th to the 14th century
GEOGRAPHIC AREA: ITALYDESCRIPTION :
Footwear in greased leather.
Unlined.
Buttress.
Lightweight leather sole.
Lacing with lace, in a single piece with the upper, and side buckle.EVENTS:
Medieval shoe worn by the steward, administrator of the King’s assets or in any case of powerful Lords.
In the reenactments, the person who plays him reveals austerity and honesty.
His shoes honor him for elegance and practicality.125,00€ + VATCASTALDO
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PROSTITUTE
PROSTITUTE: PROSTITUTE SHOE
HISTORICAL PERIOD: from the 17th to the 18th century
GEOGRAPHIC AREA: FRANCE / ENGLAND -From the film HARLOTS-DESCRIPTION :
In vegetable tanned leather.
Free of chromium and metals, falling within the type of organic tanning.
Buttress.
Front unlined.
Leather sole.
Closure with laces at the ankle.EVENTS:
Re-enactment of daily life of the historical period.125,00€ + VATPROSTITUTE
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PELLEGRINA PILGRIM
PILGRIM: PILGRIM SHOE
Shoe worn by the pilgrim for pilgrimages and travels
HISTORICAL PERIOD: from the XIth to the XVth century
GEOGRAPHICAL AREA: EUROPEDESCRIPTION :
In resistant vegetable tanned leather,
Free of chromium and metals,
Falling within the type of organic tanning.
Buttress.
Hand-stitched upper.
Leather sole.
Ankle closure with lace.EVENTS:
Re-enactment of travels and pilgrimages.110,00€ + VATPELLEGRINA PILGRIM
110,00€ + VAT