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Boots - ANARE, Wool Lined, Maroon
Reg. No: SH 930778
- Summary:
- Pair of maroon wool-lined lace-up boots used as an afterwork indoor slipper at Antarctic stations. Worn at some time between 1960 and 1993.
This is part of Museum Victoria's collection of artefacts from the post-war era of scientific exploration of Antarctica. - Description:
- These boots are maroon in colour and are made using heavy duty crepe for the soles. They are lined with lambswool and have a clip fastening. The leather has been very strongly stitched.
- Acquisition Information:
- Donation from Dr Phillip Law - Australian Antarctic Division Australian National Antarctic Research Expedition, 1993
| Discipline: | History |
| Dimensions: | 15.30 cm (Height), 37.00 cm (Width), 11.00 cm (Length) |
More information
| Tagged with: | antarctic exploration, arctic exploration |
| Themes this item is part of: | Antarctic Clothing, Antarctica Collection, Science & Measurement Collection |
| Primary Classification: | EXPLORATION |
| Secondary Classification: | Antarctic |
| Tertiary Classification: | footwear |
| Place & Date Used: | Antarctica, 1960-1993 |
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