Name/Title
BootsEntry/Object ID
G2012.051a-bDescription
Pair of women's boots of pink silk satin, lined with white linen, bound with ivory silk grosgrain ribbon. Top edge is trimmed with light brown silk fringe. Vamp is cut with a gypsy seam: curving in from the sides and forming an upward point at center. Lace up inner ankle/foot through 11 pairs of eyelets. "72.29.1A" and "72.29.1B" written on lining at top of shoes. Squared toes; flat, curved-last soles with ring marks and dark-stained edges. Hand sewn.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionCategory
Adult, Female, Footwear
Historic Costume
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
BootsClothing Sex
FemaleTextile Details
Fabric
SatinMaterial
SilkLining
LinenColor
PinkMade/Created
Date made
1830 - 1850Time Period
19th Century, Early 19th Century, Mid 19th Century