Woman's Shoes

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Huldah Foote (American, 1791 - 1881)

ShoemakerMade by Unknown

Dateabout 1810

MediumHand-stitched leather, silk tape, linen, and leather

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 2 1/2 x 2 3/4 x 9 1/4in. (6.4 x 7 x 23.5cm)

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of Newton C. Brainard

Object number1952.15.0a,b

DescriptionPink kid leather slippers with a low Louis heel. The upper is bound with pale pink silk tape. They have a continuous leather sole. The interior is lined with plain-woven linen. The soles are straight, but the pattern of wear suggests that ".a" was worn on the left foot, and ".b" was worn on the right foot.

NotesHistorical Note: Huldah Foote (1791-1881) purchased these shoes one summer in about 1810 while she was teaching school on Long Island.

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