{"product_id":"vintage-late-1970s-early-1980s-suede-snake-illusion-boots","title":"Vintage Late 1970s \/ Early 1980s Suede “Snake Illusion” Boots","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Late 1970s \/ Early 1980s Suede “Snake Illusion” Boots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAn extraordinary and rare pair of late 1970s–early 1980s knee-high boots that blur the line between fashion and art. Crafted in rich black suede, these striking boots feature a surreal trompe-l’œil snake motif that wraps fluidly around the leg and extends down the foot—meticulously constructed from textured fabric designed to mimic the look of real snakeskin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eImportantly, this is not actual snakeskin—the effect is entirely fabricated through skilled craftsmanship, creating a bold, almost sculptural illusion. The snake’s head finishes at the toe, giving the boots a dramatic, avant-garde presence that feels both playful and slightly subversive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe silhouette is quintessential late-70s\/early-80s: a sleek, fitted shaft with a softly pointed toe and elegant stiletto heel—timelessly feminine with just the right amount of edge. Designs from this era often embraced statement details and surrealist influences, especially in European fashion, where novelty motifs and trompe-l’œil techniques were explored by both boutique and designer makers  .\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eDetails:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eEra: Late 1970s – Early 1980s\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eMaterial: Black suede with faux snakeskin-effect fabric appliqué\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eMotif: Wraparound snake design with head at toe\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eHeel: Slim stiletto\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eHeight: Knee-high\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eSize \u0026amp; Fit:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eMarked size: EU 36\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eRuns large — best suited for a EU 37\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eVintage, pre-loved condition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eVisible wear consistent with age (please refer closely to photos)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOverall good condition considering age, with strong structure and presence\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy They’re Special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThese are not just boots—they are a conversation piece. Rarely do you find vintage footwear that combines humor, illusion, and craftsmanship so seamlessly. Perfect for collectors, stylists, or anyone looking to wear something truly unforgettable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Devour The Divine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55530548167032,"sku":"SQ3582514","price":116.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0058\/1762\/files\/193799EF-0A39-41C8-BD17-E86FADEEEB9E.webp?v=1776125845","url":"https:\/\/peekaboomarketplace.com\/en-it\/products\/vintage-late-1970s-early-1980s-suede-snake-illusion-boots","provider":"Peekaboo Vintage Marketplace ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}