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Boots

Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1850-1859

GUSN

GUSN-33205

Description

Blue/grey ribbed wool ankle boots with black patent leather toe and heel; beige silk binding. Shoes have a scalloped edge side closure. There are six botton holes, but no buttons. The shoes have square toes, 2 1/4 inch vamp, center front and back seams and linen lining. The sole has a narrow waist with a black spring heel.

Details

Descriptive Terms

boots
footwear
stitching
leather
linen (material)
wool (textile)
weddings
Women's clothing
Wool
Linen
Leather
Hand Stitched
Wedding
SHOE

Inscription

Handwritten inscription on lining of both shoes reads: ""2124/2081""

Maker

Unknown

Accession Number

1930.255AB

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