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1991-558,1&2, Shoes
Shoe
1991-558,1&2, Shoes

Shoe

Date1780-1785
OriginEngland
MediumSilk (vamp), leather (sole), linen (lining)
DimensionsLength: 9 1/8"; Width: 3" heel height 2"
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Cora Ginsburg
Object number1991-558,1
DescriptionWoman's shoe, one of pair of "straights," constructed from cream silk brocaded in a pattern of small-scale red and green floral sprigs within reserves, with pionk and cream zig-zag lines in the ground between the sprigs. Shoe has slightly pointed toe and straps (latchets) for fastening with a removable buckle over a peaked tongue. The 2-inch high heel curves down to a small tip. Lined with leather and linen.

Construction History
1. 1780-1785: Initiall Construction
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