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Shoes 1991-473
Overshoe
Shoes 1991-473

Overshoe

Date1720-1730
OriginEngland
MediumLeather, silk (straps), wool (lining)
DimensionsLength: 9" Width: 3"
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Cora Ginsburg
Object number1991-473,1
DescriptionWoman's patten, clog or overshoe, one of a pair, made of leather and silk brocaded with salmon, red, yellow, and light green silk on cream ground, bound around the edges with pink ribbon. Two straps extend to fasten over the instep with silk ribbon tied through eyelets. 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. Woolen lining.

Construction History:
1. 1720-1730: Initial Construction

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