Not currently on display at the V&A

Shoe

1530s (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Child's left shoe of leather with very low vamp and remains of ankle fastening in form of metal buckle at side. Seamed quarters, reinforced at back with an extra piece of leather. Missing one side quarter.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Tanned leather and metal (modern thread)
Brief description
Child's left shoe with low vamp and remains of ankle strap in form of buckle.
Physical description
Child's left shoe of leather with very low vamp and remains of ankle fastening in form of metal buckle at side. Seamed quarters, reinforced at back with an extra piece of leather. Missing one side quarter.
Dimensions
  • Length: 18.7cm
  • Width: 7.5cm
Style
Production
Found at building sites in London and its neighbourhood in the early 20th century.
Collection
Accession number
T.126-1918

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Record createdNovember 24, 2004
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