1870-1875
GUSN-53167
Beige/purple iridescent silk taffeta ankle boots; topstitched; top is higher in front; no trim; inside lacing w/ beige silk & laces; rounded square toe. Center front & center back seam; sole has narrow waist shaped for left & right w/ darkened channel; 1-1/4" self-covered heel; white linen lining.
boots
footwear
stitching
leather
linen (material)
silk (textile)
taffeta
Boot
Women's clothing
Silk
Taffeta
Linen
Leather
Hand Stitched
Boot
1. Typed note: ""1860/ Boston/ Lavender silk side laced boots/ Gift of Mrs. Randolph Frothingham""
1942.807A-B
Unknown
1942.807AB
Massachusetts (United States)
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