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Gaiter

DateMid 1800s
Terms
  • Gaiters
  • Metal
  • Leather
  • United States
Dimensions25.4 × 80.01 cm (10 × 31 1/2 in.)
Credit LineGift of Trinnie Fleury
Object number2006.228.6b
DescriptionOne of a pair of over the knee gaiters or hip leggings made of leather. The gaiters feature a buckled strap at the bottom, under the sole. They feature decorative loop stitching at the ankle and a side opening with round leather button closures. A flat metal rod stiffens the outer side of the lower leg.
Collections
  • Historic Clothing
Object number: 2006.228.6a
Mid 1800s
Object number: 2006.228.7a
Mid 1800s
Object number: 2006.228.7b
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