Slippers

From the collections of PVMA • Digital image © Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Assoc. • Image use information

About this item

Katharine Yale Fuller wore these slipper or “pumps” when she was a young girl around the year 1900. In the 19th century a slipper did not necessarily refer to a bedroom slipper. This pump was probably for more formal wear. It was made inside out on a straight last, meaning that these slippers have no right or left. When done, the shoe was turned right side out.

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Details

Item typeClothing
Leatherworking
Datecirca 1900
TopicClothing, Textile, Fashion, Costume
EraProgressive Era, World War I, 1900–1928
MaterialAnimal Product
Dimension detailsLength: 6.25 in
Catalog #1985.0001a-b
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Slippers. ca. 1900. Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association, American Centuries. https://americancenturies.org/collection/1985-0001a-b/. Accessed on January 25, 2025.

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