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Pair of woman's "tabi" boots
Designed by: Maison Martin Margiela (Belgian, founded 1989)
French
About 1990
Medium/Technique
Painted leather, cotton lining, metal and cord fasteners
Dimensions
Overall (H x W x L): 24.1 x 8.9 x 23.5 cm (9 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 9 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Museum purchase with funds donated by the Fashion Council, Museum of Fine Arts Boston
Accession Number2007.277.1-2
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Contemporary Art, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionWoman's split-toe ankle boot based on Japanese "tabi" sock, uppers and stacked round heel of black leather brushed with silver paint, black cotton lining, cord and metal tab closures at side back. Leather sole, with rubber protective sole (not original) added under heel and ball of foot. Marked on sole: "Vero Cuoio, Made in Italy, 40."
ProvenancePurchased by original owner in Paris, about 1990; Purchased through internet auction by Susan Ward, 2006; Purchased by the MFA, March 21, 2007