Woman's Shoes
ShoemakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1810
MediumHand-stitched leather, with linen and cotton lining
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 Miss Gorman
Object number1899.17.1a,b
DescriptionSoft white leather slippers, with a flat sole, oval toe, and short vamp, decorated by a small, white silk rosette at the top of the throatline. The leather is lined with plain-woven linen (possibly with a cotton weft); the sock lining is plain-woven cotton. The throatline is finished with a narrow edging of matching leather. The slippers are straight.
Status
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