Moccasins

74-2-3

Curatorial Section: American

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Object Number 74-2-3
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Santee (uncertain)
Culture Area Great Plains Culture Area
Section American
Materials Buckskin | Bead | Fiber
Description

Made of buckskin. Ankle high. Shoe tongue attached. There is a beaded design on front made of 6 flowers. One flower design on each side of moccasin too. Lace extending around ankle part of moccasins to tie in front. Inside of moccasins around foot area lined in light blue felt and there is white cotton on the bottom. The cuffs are also lined in white cotton. Two types of beads used in designs. Colors: Blue, rust, red lavender.

Length 25 cm
Width 10 cm
Credit Line Gift of Mrs. C. Daniel Coppes, 1974

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