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Title |
Cobbler's Shoe Last, c. 1930-1960 |
Object Name |
Last, Shoe |
Description |
Cobbler's Shoe Last, c. 1930-1960. Large curved shoe mold that rises through foot arch with two ribbed seams traveling length of mold. Two seams extend up to raised oval-shaped casement. Casement is hollow for cobbler's shoe last tool. |
Date |
c. 1930-1960 |
Creator |
Unknown |
Role |
Manufacturer |
Catalog Number |
2013.007.021D |
Dimensions |
H-3.125 W-3.625 D-10.625 inches |
Collection |
3D - Leather, Horn & Shellworking Tools & Equipment |
Inscription Text |
None. |
Provenance |
Milton used shoe mold to make and repair shoes. |
Notes |
"A last is a mechanical form that has a shape similar to that of a human foot. It is used by shoemakers and cordwainers in the manufacture and repair of shoes. Lasts typically come in pairs and have been made from various materials, including hardwoods, cast iron, and high-density plastics..." [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Last 7/27/2015] "A shoe cobbler is a craftsman or woman who specializes in repairing shoes. Traditionally, these individuals also made shoes, although most modern ones focus on repair and restoration, not the manufacture of new shoes..." [http://www.wisegeek.org/what-is-a-shoe-cobbler.htm 7/27/2015] |
Search Terms |
Bandit Built Store Cavalli Family Cavalli Bros. Store Cavalli, Charles Cavalli, Frank G. Cavalli, Milton R. La Honda - Businesses Leather Shoe Shoe Making Shoe Molds Shoes |
Subjects |
Shoemakers Shoemaking Shoes |
People |
Cavalli Family Cavalli, Charles and Frank Cavalli, Milton R. |
Credit line |
Courtesy of Milton Cavalli |