Name/Title
SlipperEntry/Object ID
G2008.090Description
Pair of ivory silk satin slippers with broad square toes; straights. Heel-less with rounded heel and slight arch. Slender foot. No back seam. Heel and sole lined with white kid, vamp with cambric or linen. Very neatly made, good quality. One tie remains of narrow, thin PW ivory silk ribbon with picot edges. Inked Gauche and Droit.
Blue paper label inside reads: “FIRST PREMIUM Thomas Lane and Son, Ladies’ French Shoe. Makers No. 1 Murray St. Near Broadway, New York Wholesale and Retail.” 9.75” long. Part of Anna Hoppin Dyer’s wedding attire.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionCategory
Accessory, Adult, Female, Shoes
Historic Costume
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
ShoesClothing Sex
FemaleTextile Details
Fabric
SatinMaterial
SilkColor
WhiteMade/Created
Manufacturer
Thomas Lane & SonsDate made
1830 - 1840Place
City
New York CityState/Province
New YorkCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaRelationships
Related Places
Place
State/Province
Rhode IslandCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North America