Shoe
Date1740-1760
OriginEngland
MediumSilk (vamp), leather (sole), linen (lining)
DimensionsLength: 9 1/4" Width: 3" Height: 2"
Credit LineGift of Anonymous Donors
Object number1971-1537,1
DescriptionWoman's shoe, one of a pair of straights, constructed of off-white silk taffeta brocaded with cream, green, salmon, deep red, blue, and purple in a floral design, bound with cream-color silk ribbon edging. It has a pointed toe and straps (latchets) for buckling across instep and squared tongue. The curved shaped heel is 2 inches high and is covered with matching fabric. Lined in linen with a white rand.Construction History
1. 1740-1760: Initial Construction
