Shoe Last
Manufacturer / Maker
unidentified
Mediumiron
Dimensions2 × 3 1/4 × 10 1/2 in. (5.1 × 8.3 × 26.7 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, museum purchase
Object numberPC1976.86.153
DescriptionThis is an iron shoe last made for shoemaking. The last is shaped like a human foot, and it is around this that the sole of a shoe is formed before creating the remainder. There is a ridge stretching from the toes to the ankle portion of the last, as well as a shorter one running from the heel to the ankle. On the right side of the front is a faint number "4" written in the metal. At the ankle is a raised bowl-like shape with an indent in the middle. This indent allows the last to be attached upside down onto a shoe last stand and secured. The iron metal is a mix of black and brown throughout. There are also red marks written on the underside of the last.On View
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