Leather boot, worn by Dolly the horse whilst rolling MCG pitches c1915-25
Object Type
Clothing or accessories/Footwear/Boot
Date Used
1915-1925
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Object Detail
Brief Description
Leather boot, custom made to be worn by Dolly, a work horse used by the Melbourne Cricket Club to assist with drawing the pitch roller. The boot was placed over her hoof (there is a wooden display block inside the boot for support whilst it was on display). The side of the boot has straps and the boot has been stitched together with twine. There is a series of metal studs around the base.
Measurements
0 - Whole: H: 150 W: 275 D: 275mm (H: 5 7/8 W: 10 13/16 D: 10 13/16")
Date Used
1915-1925
Location
On display
Registration No
M4903
Subject Auto Tags
Musical instrument
Bag
Font
Metal
Fashion accessory
Personal protective equipment
Leather
Bell
Pattern
Auto part
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