DepartmentTextiles-Europe

Botas

NameLeg coverings

CultureAndalusion?

Date18th - 19th centuries

Place madeAndalucia, Spain, Europe

MediumLeather, metal, buckle, rawhide laces

DimensionsOverall: 14 3/4 in. (37.5 cm)

Credit LineIFAF Collection

Object numberFA.1963.13.183ab

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Selections from the Museum's Textile Collection

DescriptionSmall, maybe made for a child or woman. Two layers of leather that extend from below the knee to over the shoe. Stitched designs on top continue down the front and side. On foot portion there are appliqued and stitched floral designs. Two buckles with straps, and three rawhide ties. There is a decorative rawhide bobble at the top, and a double row of metal tacks or studs at the side. Measurement is from foot strap to top. Length of the shoe portion is 21cm/8.5 in.