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Woman's mule
European
1740s
Object Place: Europe
Medium/Technique
Silk embroidered with silk and metallic yarns on linen lining, leather lining, heel and sole
Dimensions
9 x 7 x 20 cm (3 9/16 x 2 3/4 x 7 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.1734
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionPink silk upper embroidered with silver yarns and wire in conventional motif, pink silk binding along top. Pointed toe. Red leather covered Louis heel, top piece. Leather sole. White leather welt, insole, lining. Condition: silk soiled, faded, disintegrated; binding disintegrated.