Last, Shoe

Shoe last, Canterbury, NH

Object ID:
1952.6505.1
Community:
New Hampshire, Canterbury
Makers
Shaker
Description

Shoe last. Wood block cut in the shape of a shoe. Last has a round toe. 3 1/8" in from the toe last is cut curved for a wedge, but no wedge is present. Outside face of forepart has a series of wooden pegs. Has a hook last hole 5/16" in diameter, one side of which is filled with a plaster-like substance. Heel curve convex. Seat sides curve inward to form waist.

New Hampshire Canterbury

New Hampshire Canterbury

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