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Object Number
985-27-10/60292A
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
Culture
- Sioux?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America
/
United States
Dimensions
Overall: 27.5 x 11 x 15.5 cm (10 13/16 x 4 5/16 x 6 1/8 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
985-27-10/60292A
Provenance
Provenance
Unknown
Collector
William H. Claflin, Jr.
(? - 1985)
Donor
Estate of William H. Claflin, Jr.
(1985)
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