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Pair of child's boots

Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

ca. 1860

GUSN

GUSN-52898

Description

Black leather child's boots with side button closure, four buttons, scalloped edge, top stitching; white, soft kid leather sole; white cotton lining.

Details

Descriptive Terms

boots
footwear
leather
cotton (textile)
Boot
Children's clothing
Leather
Hand Stitched
Boot

Inscription

Stamped on sole: ""2""

Maker

Unknown

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Henry B. Spelman

Accession Number

1942.119AB

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