Woman's Boots

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Cynthia Mary Holden (American, born 1936)

ShoemakerMade by Unknown

Date1964-1967

MediumMachine-stitched synthetic knit fabric, coated with plastic; leather sole; rubber heel

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 16 1/4 x 3 x 9 1/2in. (41.3 x 7.6 x 24.1cm)

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of Cynthia H. Hines

Object number1994.143.1a,b

DescriptionKnee-high "go-go" boots of stretchy fabric coated with white plastic. The hard black rubber heel is 1 1/2 inches high. The heel shape is slightly tapered. The toe shape is a broad rounded square. A band of elastic is encased at the top of the boot leg. The boot is lined in the area of the foot; a line of stitching surrounds the foot like a throatline.

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