Elizabeth Monroe's Shoes
These elegant women's shoes belonged to future first lady Elizabeth Monroe. They were made of embroidered silk, linen, and goat skin. Mrs. Monroe likely would have acquired them during her husband's residency as United States Minister to France.
- Artist
- Unknown
- Date of Work
- ca. 1800-1805
- Type
- Object
- Credit
- Bruce White for the White House Historical Association/James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library Collection