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Slippers

1800–1942
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Slippers
  • Date: 1800–1942
  • Geography: Made in Morocco
  • Medium: Leather; stamped in gold
  • Dimensions: Shoe (a):
    H. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm)
    W. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm)
    D. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm)
    Shoe (b):
    H. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm)
    W. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm)
    D. 9 5/8 in. (24.4 cm)
  • Classification: Accessory-Foot and Leg wear
  • Credit Line: Gift of Rita W. Morgenthau, 1942
  • Object Number: C.I.42.126.3a, b
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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