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Pair of woman's shoes
European
late 18th century
Object Place: Europe
Medium/Technique
Silk with silk, metal thread, and metal spangle embroidery, silk ribbon, leather, and linen lining
Dimensions
12 x 7 x 20.5 cm (4 3/4 x 2 3/4 x 8 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.1724a-b
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionWhite figured silk embroidered with polychrome silk and silver yarns and sequins in floral motif; latchets cross over pointed tongue; white silk binding along top and over side and back seams. Pointed toe. White figured silk(does not match upper) covered Louis heel, top piece. Leather sole. Plain cotton insole and vamp lining, white leather quarter lining. Condition: soiled; binding and upper worn at back.