Woman's Boots
ShoemakerMade by
Hood
Dateabout 1945-1955
MediumMachine-stitched cotton velveteen, rabbit fur, and cotton or synthetic flannel, with molded rubber sole and metal eyelets
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 9 1/8 x 3 1/2 x 10 1/4in. (23.2 x 8.9 x 26cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Richard Koopman
Object number1995.30.7a,b
DescriptionBlack velveteen ankle-high overboots, with a center front opening that is edged with black rabbit fur. This opening is laced through four pairs of metal eyelets with a black synthetic fiber shoelace tipped in plastic; it is backed with a black velveteen tongue. The upper is lined with brown napped fabric, similar to a flannel. The sole is black rubber, and is continuous over the edge of the upper for one inch. The interior platform of the boot is shaped to accommodate a heeled shoe.
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