Snowshoes

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Snowshoe Hunting Camp, Negaunee, Michigan circa 1890
Description
American snowshoes. Long ‘fish shaped’ wooden frames, upturned at front. Waxed string webbing at either end. Leather webbing in middle, and wide leather loop for boot with leather fastening strap and metal buckle.
Inscription description
Stamped on frame “U.S. CALUND CO. NORTH ST. PAUL MINN.”
Acquisition Method:
bought by Mick Tighe
Number of Objects:
1 pair
Related Items:
Provenance:
Object Production
Production Place:
USA
Materials:
wood, leather, waxed string
Maker:
Colour:
light brown
Dimensions:
146(l) x 26(w) cms.
Object Condition:
Condition Date Check:
28/04/2009
Administration
Accession Number:
428.2008.1
Creator:
Hermione Cooper
Accession Date:
21/11/2008
ID:
1
Category:

Footwear
Location
Location:
Current Location
Bohuntin
Rules:
Spectrum : UK Museum documentation standard, V.3.1 2007