Costume & Textilesfirst half 20th centurySlippers is a costume institute of Indian origin created in first half 20th century using cotton, leather, metallic thread — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | cotton, leather, metallic thread |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. Thurston Appling, 1978 |
| Date | first half 20th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1900 – 1950.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Slippers?
Slippers is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Slippers created?
Slippers dates to first half 20th century.
What material is Slippers made from?
Slippers is crafted from cotton, leather, metallic thread.
Is Slippers in the public domain?
Slippers 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