Woman's Boots

Original OwnerPossibly originally owned by Lucy Mather Brace (American, 1864 - 1951)

ShoemakerMade by Unknown

Datelate 19th Century

MediumMachine-stitched silk velvet, cotton, unidentified fur, and leather

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 8 1/2 x 3 1/4 x 10 3/4in. (21.6 x 8.3 x 27.3cm)

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Gilbert A. Wicke and Mrs. Seth P. Holcombe

Object number1981.15.1a,b

DescriptionWoman's black velvet boots to wear over shoes. The boots open down the center front and tie with black grosgrain ribbons; the opening is backed by a matching tongue. This opening and the top of the boots are edged with black fur. The boots are lined with machine-quilted white cotton sateen. The interior heel area of the boot is indented to accomodate a heeled shoe. The leather sole has subtle shaping to follow the interior contours; they are shaped for the right and left foot.

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