Brown Side Lacing Boots, Civil War Era, ca. 1860-1865 #Edwardiancoat This rare bodice from the

This rare bodice from the Biedermeier period

Still not wearable today

Monogramm under embroidered crown and above the number 16

dated 1899

Brown Side Lacing Boots, Civil War Era, ca. 1860-1865 #Edwardiancoat This rare bodice from theThese antique American lace up boots, dating to the Civil War era (circa 18601865), are a rare and evocative example of mid 19th century womens footwear, crafted from brown silk with side closures and original laces. The boots feature a flat leather sole and retain the name of the wearerMiss Millerwritten on the inside, adding a personal and historical touch to this museum held artifact. Though moderately well preserved, the boots show flaws in the