Man's Boots
ShoemakerMade by
Dr. P. Kahler & Son
(American)
Dateabout 1895
MediumMachine-stitched leather and cotton, with enameled metal buttons and metal tacks
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 5 3/4 x 3 1/2 x 11in. (14.6 x 8.9 x 27.9cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
Object number1950.50.0a,b
DescriptionWhole-foxed, ankle-high men's buttoned boots. The foxing is black patent leather, with a decorative V-shaped toe cap. The top is black leather with a dull finish. The button fly edge is smooth and laps to the outside of the foot, closing with six black enameled, dome-shaped, shank buttons. The toe shape is round, and the stacked heels are 3/4 inch high. The boot is lined with ecru twill-woven cotton, and the button side is lined with brown leather. A twill-woven tape loop inside the center back seam is provided to assist in pulling on the boot.
Status
Not on view
late 1890s
