Slipper
DateCa. 1660
OriginEngland
MediumSilk (upper, lining), SIlver (lace, thread), leather (sole), wood (heel),
DimensionsLength: 9 1/8" Width: 2 1/2" Heel Height: 2 1/2"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1947-213
DescriptionWoman's backless slipper shoe or "mule," constructed of brocaded silk and leather. Shoe has squared toe and high heel. The yellow brocaded silk has conventionalized floral designs in silver metallic thread applied to vamp and heel, edged with fringe of silver metallic thread. White rand. Fully lined.Construction History:
1. c. 1660: Initial Construction
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