Overshoe
Date1730-1750
OriginEngland
MediumLeather, silk (straps), linen (thread)
DimensionsLength: 7 1/2" Width: 2 3/4"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1961-97,1
DescriptionWoman's patten, overshoe or clog, one of a pair, constructed from green silk with remnants of brocading threads and white floats. Edges are bound with ivory silk ribbon. Flat leather sole with pointed toe and oval heel. The arch is built up in a wedge shape to support the arch of a shoe with a high heel. Two straps extend to fasten over the instep through eyelets intended for ribbons or ties.Construction History:
1. 1730-1750: Initial Construction
MarkingsStamped or incised with initials TR (or IR) in three places on bottom of soles and heel ( 2 places on one, one on other).
