Girl's Shoes
ShoemakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1820-1825
MediumHand-stitched wool, cotton, and leather, with silk embroidery and silk tape
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 1 5/8 x 2 x 5 3/4in. (4.1 x 5.1 x 14.6cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
DescriptionLight aqua wool slippers, with an oval toe and flat soles. The toes are embroidered in silk with a cream, light brown, and blue-green spray of roses. The throatline is square, and bound with matching aqua sik tape. The lining of the quarters and the vamp is natural twill-woven cotton. The sock lining is tan leather. The sole is straight.
Object number1950.30.0a,b
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