Collection Highlights
Old Christmas : from the Sketch book of Washington Irving
Date:
1878
Object Number:
LIB.PS2069.C4
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Shoe
Object Number:
1953.588
Date:
ca.1886
Medium:
Glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 5/8 x 4 1/2 x 1 5/8 in. ( 4.1 x 11.4 x 4.1 cm )
Marks:
molded: in reverse beneath sole" PATD/OCT.19/1886"
Description:
Light blue pressed lead glass shoe with curving rim, slightly raised at rear; upturned toe; pressed decoration consists of faceted medallions and circles ("Daisy and Button" pattern).
Credit Line:
Gift of Clarence G. Michalis
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
