Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Description
Drawing inspiration from moccasins, the modern loafer— also known as slip-on shoe—originated as a house shoe or slipper. The needlepoint design and turn-of-the-century slip on style indicate these loafers were only worn indoors. Associated with Dr. William Barnes Jordan, Sr. (1897-1970) the design features a calla lily motif.
About This Item
- Title: Needlepoint loafers, Cape Elizabeth, ca. 1900
- Creation Date: circa 1900
- Subject Date: circa 1900
- Location: Cape Elizabeth, Cumberland County, ME
- Media: leather, canvas, wool
- Local Code: 1995.206.1
- Collection: Costume collection
- Object Type: Physical Object
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Maine Historical Society485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
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