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Object Number
985-27-10/59428
Display Title
Pair of Plains moccasins, possibly Omaha. Soles of parfleche. Soft uppers
Descriptions
Object Description
Pair of Plains moccasins, possibly Omaha. Soles made from parfleche. Soft uppers. Sewn up heel. Added piece as cuff w/ serrated edge. Long rectangular tongue which extends to toe. Added piece sewn over front of uppers over toe w/ serrated edge. Tie around heel. 27.2x11.1 cm.
Inventory Description
Moccasins, leather, plain, interior painted, reused parfleche bag.
Classification
- Moccasin
Department
Ethnographic
Date
19th century
Culture
- Omaha?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America
/
United States
Materials
Leather
Dimensions
Overall: 27.2 x 11.1 x 1 cm (10 11/16 x 4 3/8 x 3/8 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
985-27-10/59428
Provenance
Collector
William Radcliff Morris
(1878-1893 - 1930)
Collector
William H. Claflin, Jr.
Donor
William H. Claflin, Jr.
(1930 - 1985)
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