Object Record
Metadata
Object ID |
2018.20.1 |
Object Name |
Boot |
Description |
A single black leather boot found in the attic of the donor's home in New Preston. It possibly belonged to Augustine Beardsley who owned the house and operated a tannery. The body of the boot only comes to the ankle with two long straps that would go up the leg, There is a loop at the top of each strap that could have been used to hold them up. This is a unique style of boot that could be researched further. |
Date |
early 1800s |
Search Terms |
Boots Leatherworking |