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Boots

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The "Boots" by an unknown artist are a tall, cream-colored, satin boots with a high heel and a pointed toe. The boots have a tall shaft that covers the ankle and part of the calf. The shaft features a cream-colored satin on the inside and has a decorative black and gold braid on the outside. The boot has 13 eyelets with gold lacing. The heel is curved and approximately 2 inches high. The sole appears to be made of brown leather. The background of the image is a solid beige color.

Artwork details

Date:
1880
Medium:
silk
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
599 × 489 px
Museum record:
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