Slipper

Object/Artifact

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Slipper

Entry/Object ID

G2001.121

Description

Men's slipper tops worked on canvas (tan with paired threads) which was cut diagonally in the center to facilitate handling during work. Brick red merino wool needlepoint ground with embroidered red wool and silk rosebuds and overall greenery-yallery foliage. Beautifully worked, fine details. High vamp, square toes.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Category

Shoes, Adult, Male
Historic Costume

Made/Created

Date made

1870