Child's Shoes, about 1870

Description:

These are sturdy, simple, inexpensive half-boots likely worn by a working class child. Thick, strong leather would have been uncomfortable and unforgiving for the wearer.

Date Issued:

[1865 TO 1875]

Data Provider:

Wayne State University. Libraries and The Henry Ford

Collection:

Digital Dress Collection

Subject Topic:

Boots, Shoes, and Children

Format:

clothing

Rights:

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URL:

http://digital.library.wayne.edu/item/wayne:EM02_2001_0_112_92