Shoe
Description
Red leather doll's shoe stamped with the phrase "Welcome Lafayette" and with his portrait on the toe box. The shoe was likely made as a commemorative souvenir of the Marquis de Lafayette's return visit to the United States in 1824. Gilbert du Motier (1757-1834), the Marquis de Lafayette, was a key figure during the American Revolutionary War, commanding American troops in multiple battles. His return tour of the country was met with widespread celebration of his and the nation's earlier victory.
Creator
Date
circa 1825