Flag of TurkeyCostume & Textileslate 19th century

Sandals is a costume institute of Turkish origin created in late 19th century using metal, wood, synthetic — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediummetal, wood, synthetic
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LineAlfred Z. Soloman-Janet A. Sloane Endowment Fund, 2014
Datelate 19th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Turkish culture. The estimated date range is 1850 – 1899.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Sandals?

Sandals is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Sandals created?

Sandals dates to late 19th century.

What material is Sandals made from?

Sandals is crafted from metal, wood, synthetic.

Is Sandals in the public domain?

Sandals is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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