Name/Title
ShoesEntry/Object ID
G2002.097a-bDescription
Pair of men's shoes of black leather, lined with white kid, bound with black silk ribbon, with white cotton insole (reinforced with kid patch at heel). Shoes made overall like slippers, but with very short derby-style facings to hold one eyelet on either side, which are tied with black silk ribbon. Squared toe; curve-lasted flat sole with ring marks and stained/incised border at sides of instep. Hand sewn.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionCategory
Adult, Male, Footwear
Historic Costume
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
ShoesClothing Sex
MaleTextile Details
Material
LeatherLining
Kid LeatherColor
BlackMade/Created
Date made
1830 - 1845Time Period
19th Century, Early 19th Century, Mid 19th Century