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Woman's legging moccasins

Object Details

Collection History
Collection history unknown; formerly in the collection of George H. Huber (1843-1916, a collector and owner of Huber’s Museum in New York City); purchased by George G. Heye from George Huber or at an auction of Huber's collection in 1910.
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Data Source
National Museum of the American Indian
Culture/People
probably Niuam (Comanche) (attributed)
Previous owner
Huber’s Museum and Theatre
Seller
George H. Huber (John Huber/George F. Huber), Non-Indian, 1843-1916
Object Name
Woman's legging moccasins
Media/Materials
Hide, hide thong/babiche
Techniques
Sewn
Object Type
Clothing/Garments: Footwear
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