Fashion — 1884-1890
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Black leather child's boot (right boot only) with a five-button closure, leather sole and heel and a white cotton twill lining. This style of boot was commonly worn by both children and adults throughout most of the mid-to-late 19th century.
child's boot, child's ankle boot
leather, cotton, metal
Permanent collection (learning collection loan)