Shoes

20th century

Not on view

Slippers with undersoles revealed at the upturn of their "Turkish" toes are still the traditional footwear in much of the Muslim world. The woven straw shoe, shown above center, probably from Serbo-Croatia, reflects either the persistence of the medieval poulaine or more likely, the influence of the Ottoman Turks.

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Title: Shoes
Date: 20th century
Medium: leather
Dimensions: [no dimensions available]
Classification: Accessory-Foot and Leg wear-Menswear
Credit Line: Museum Accession
Object Number: X.797a, b
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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