Peal & Co. for Brooks Brothers US Size 12 (EU Size 46) King John Crown Slippers New The Peal & Co. King John Crown Slipper for Brooks Brothers is a classic Prince Albert slipper. Its deep black velvet captures the ceremonial spirit of English country estates of the early nineteenth century. Originally conceived to protect hand-knotted oriental rugs and polished hardwood floors from the dirt of heavy riding boots, this house shoe quickly became the indispensable companion to the evening smoking jacket. The embroidered crown resting on the instep serves as a historical motif referencing King John Lackland and the sealing of the Magna Carta, giving the shoe a deeply rooted British identity. Although the naming rights of the time-honored London manufacturer passed to the traditional American brand, which typically entrusted the production of its most exclusive welted shoes to Crockett & Jones, it is an open secret among experts that these exquisite velvet slippers are crafted by the highly specialized artisans at Bowhill & Elliott in Norwich. The construction of this shoe testifies to an uncompromising dedication to traditional techniques. The upper was cut as a wholecut from a single piece of velvet and discreetly stitched only at the heel. The interior reveals a traditional, crimson quilted lining, which creates an incomparable wearing experience through its light padding and is supported by a flat, sewn leather sole with a block heel. This craftsmanship finds its culmination in the hand-executed embroidery of the crown: The finest metallic hollow threads, precisely placed using the demanding goldwork technique, create a raised texture of rare, enduring depth. Size: US Size 12 D (EU Size 46 / UK Size 11.5) Total outer length: approx. 32 cm Inner length: approx. 29 cm Width: approx. 10 cm Leather / Outer Condition: The pair is unworn and is in a mint overall condition. The upper material shows only minimal, superficial traces of storage as well as light shelf wear. Heel / Sole: The entire lower structure presents itself in its original condition, although here too, at most, marginal traces of contact can be found, which can be attributed to pure storage or a superficial fitting. Miscellaneous: Thus, the Peal & Co. King John Crown Slipper remains a quiet, masterfully crafted homage to the ceremonial lightness of English domestic culture. Original box and shoe bags are not included.