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Shoes 1953-395
Shoe
Shoes 1953-395

Shoe

DateCa. 1770
MediumSilk (vamp), leather (sole and lining)
DimensionsHeight: 4" Length: 8 3/8" Width: 3"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1953-395,1
DescriptionWomen's shoe, one of a pair, constructed from yellow silk brocaded with pink, white, and green silk in a floral design, bound with yellow silk. Shoe is made with slightly pointed toe and straps (latchets) over a broad rounded tongue. Heel, 1 5/8" high, is shaped in modified wedge to create a low arch, so-called "Italian" heels. Sole of shoe has flower vase incised into leather. Shoe made with channel construction. Leather lining.

Construction History:
1. 1770: Initial Construction
2. January 19, 1954: Repairs to uppers, straps, and binding by Ernest LoNano
Shoes 1953-395
Ca. 1770
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