Lamaist Priest's Shoes

China or Tibet

early 19th century

Not on view

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Title: Lamaist Priest's Shoes
Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Date: early 19th century
Culture: China or Tibet
Medium: Pigskin, silk
Dimensions: 15 x 5 in. (38.10 x 12.70 cm)
Classification: Costumes-Woven
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Edward A. Nis, 1934
Object Number: 34.80.5a, b
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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