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Pair of moccasins, possibly Sioux. Hard soles, soft uppers. Sewn up heel
Pair of moccasins, possibly Sioux. Hard soles, soft uppers. Sewn up heel
Object Number 985-27-10/60292B
Display Title Pair of moccasins, possibly Sioux. Hard soles, soft uppers. Sewn up heel
Descriptions
Object Description Pair of moccasins, possibly Sioux. Hard soles, soft uppers. Sewn up heel. Added piece for cuff above heel. Blue cloth trim. Quill decoration on front. 27.8x9.8 cm.
Inventory Description Moccasin, quilled design, black wool on ankle cuff, serrated edge
Classification
  • Moccasin
Department Ethnographic
Date 19th century
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States
Materials Leather, Porcupine quill, Wool, Cloth, Quill, Rawhide
Dimensions Overall: 27.5 x 10.5 x 15.1 cm (10 13/16 x 4 1/8 x 5 15/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 985-27-10/60292B

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