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Date1850-1870
Terms
- Shoes
- Satin
- Leather
- Ribbon
- Thread
Dimensions7.62 × 3.81 × 22.23 cm (3 × 1 1/2 × 8 3/4 in.)
Object numberCos76.64.2
DescriptionOne of a pair of white satin slippers (a,b). The uppers are satin with ribbon bands reinforncing the instep and back quarters. The shoe feautres a rounded toe and a flat, "ballet style" undifferentiated sole with reinforced stitching. White ribbon ties at the throat. The insole is white leather with a linen sock lining.
Collections
- Historic Clothing
