A Guide to the Shoe research files, 1988 Research, colonial shoes MS 1993.11

A Guide to the Shoe research files, 1988

A Collection in the
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation`s
John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library
Manuscript Number MS 1993.11


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Processed by: Special Collections Staff

Repository
John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library, Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Manuscript Number
MS 1993.11
Title
Colonial shoes research files 1988
Physical Characteristics
.75 linear feet.
Creator
Colonial Williamsburg. Historic Trades.
Location
On site.
Language
English
Abstract
Documentation relating to colonial footwear compiled by Colonial Williamsburg's Historic Trades program for future reference and reproduction.

Administrative Information

Access Restrictions

Collection is open to research.

Use Restrictions

There are no restrictions.

Preferred Citation

Colonial shoes research files, Manuscript #MS 1993.11, John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library, Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.

Acquisition Information

Transfer from Historic Trades

Biographical/Historical Information

N/A

Scope and Content

These files are the result of a survey of surviving examples of eighteenth-century footwear conducted by Colonial Williamsburg employees in 1988. Each folder within the file documents a particular shoe examined and includes a sheet giving measurement, materials used, and information regarding the type of stitching and type of lining used, Each folder also includes a survey sheet, tracings of the various pieces used to construct the shoe, and a black and white photo of the shoe.

Arrangement

The folders are arranged by identification numbers assigned by the researchers.

Index Terms

Contents List

Colonial Shoes: 20th century research