Woman's Shoe
ShoemakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1850-1855
MediumHand-stitched leather, lined with linen, with silk binding and cotton string
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 2 x 2 1/2 x 9 3/8in. (5.1 x 6.4 x 23.8cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
DescriptionWhite leather slipper, with long vamp, square throatline, rounded square toe, and flat, straight sole. The throatline is bound with tan-colored silk tape, with a narrow string under the tape to keep the leather from stretching. The vamp is lined with plain-woven linen. The sock lining is matching white leather.
Object number1997.120.0
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