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Pair of Boot Pulls

1910-1920 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This pair of boot pulls would have been used to pull on or remove close-fitting riding boots. It is from an important collection of riding outfits and accessories previously in Castle Howard, Yorkshire.


Object details

Category
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Boot Pulls
  • Boot Pulls
Materials and techniques
Metal alloy, with turned bone handle
Brief description
Pair of metal alloy boot pulls with turned bone handles used to assist riders when putting their boots on. The hooks are stamped with MADE IN ENGLAND on the side
Physical description
Pair of metal alloy boot pulls with turned bone handles used to assist riders when putting their boots on. The hooks are stamped with MADE IN ENGLAND on the side
Dimensions
  • Including handle width: 8cm
  • Length: 19.5cm
Credit line
Purchased with Art Fund support and assistance from the Friends of the V&A, and a number of private donors
Summary
This pair of boot pulls would have been used to pull on or remove close-fitting riding boots. It is from an important collection of riding outfits and accessories previously in Castle Howard, Yorkshire.
Collection
Accession number
T.103:14, 15-2003

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Record createdJanuary 20, 2004
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