Woman's Shoes
Original OwnerOriginally owned by the
Lewis Fox family
ShoemakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1925
MediumMachine-stitched cotton and leather, with brass ornament and metal tacks
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 4 3/8 x 3 x 10in. (11.1 x 7.6 x 25.4cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Bernard Schiro and Mrs. Richard Koopman
DescriptionWomens' "colonial" shoes of tan, plain-woven cotton with a slightly nubby texture imitating handspun linen. The shoes are styled with imitation latchets under a "buckle" ornament of brass and the same tan cotton, backed by a pointed tongue. The toes are pointed and the slightly tapered, stacked leather heel is 1 1/ 2 inches high. The welted sole is shaped for the right and left foot
Object number1980.87.32a,b
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