Shoe Remover

Object detail

Accession number

2006.3

Description

A solid cast iron shoe remover moulded in the shape and form of a 6-legged beetle. It has a long body with a head and 2 feelers projecting outward to form a large "V". The heel of the shoe (or boot) is inserted in this "V" and then pried off the foot with an upward motion of the leg.

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal/Iron/Cast Iron

Credit Line

Shoe Remover, 2006.3. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Ornament, Footwear Ornament, Shoe Personal Artefacts Clothing Clothing Accessories

Collection type

Social History Domestic Technology Technology

Subject auto tags

Terrestrial animal Sculpture Art Wood Tail Toy Metal Fashion accessory Carving Wildlife

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