In 1565, the Basque whaler San Juan, ran aground in Red Bay, Southern Laborador. The remains of at least 21 turnshoes were excavated
Davis Figure
5. Sole and upper is of "thin leather" (illustration after C. Pillar).
[24M194M15-22] Goatskin vamp, quarters, toecap, 5-6 oz
sole, and thin counter (bovine). A double welt under the heel (after a tracing by
D.A. Saguto, 10/98).Footwear of the Middle Ages - Historical Shoe Designs/Pumps, by I. Marc Carlson.
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