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Women's Buttoned Ankle Boots

RE-CL-2026-0005

Boots

Boots

Shoes

Boots

Female

Leather

Black

Brown

Women’s buttoned ankle boots, c. 1875. Featuring narrow pointed toes and closely spaced side buttons, these boots reflect mid-Victorian ideals of elegance and restraint while remaining suitable for everyday wear.

circa 1870 – circa 1880

Victorian

19th Century

Excellent

Jan 16, 2026