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Pair of cobcabs
Algerian
17th–18th century
Object Place: Algeria
Medium/Technique
Wood with mother-of-pearl and metal inlay and leather with leather applique on cotton plain-weave embroidered with gilt metal and spangles
Dimensions
12.2 x 8 x 23.2 cm (4 13/16 x 3 1/8 x 9 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.1763a-b
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CollectionsAfrica and Oceania, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionLeather band over instep with purple cotton embroidered with gilt-silver yarns, brass spangles and paper in star and lattice design, nailed to wood chopine with inlaid mother-of-pearl. Square toe pointed heel.