Difference between revisions of "Clogs"

From AmtWiki
(New page: ===Links=== *[http://www.geocities.com/wolfram_von_taus/Research/Research_Patyn.htm Long Toed Pattens])
 
Line 1: Line 1:
 +
Pattens, or galoshes, are wooden or leather items in the shape of the sole of the shoe the were to be worn with. These shoes were then strapped on over the lighter shoes. Pattens date back at least to the 14th century, and perhaps even a bit earlier. There is a later version that has a iron ring that supports the sole that was used in some fashion until the 19th century.
 +
 
===Links===
 
===Links===
 
*[http://www.geocities.com/wolfram_von_taus/Research/Research_Patyn.htm Long Toed Pattens]
 
*[http://www.geocities.com/wolfram_von_taus/Research/Research_Patyn.htm Long Toed Pattens]
 +
*[http://www.personal.utulsa.edu/~marc-carlson/shoe/APP4.HTM Good Patten History]
 +
 +
[[Category:Shoes]] [[Category:Garb]] [[Category:Amtgard Things]]

Revision as of 17:52, 4 January 2009

Pattens, or galoshes, are wooden or leather items in the shape of the sole of the shoe the were to be worn with. These shoes were then strapped on over the lighter shoes. Pattens date back at least to the 14th century, and perhaps even a bit earlier. There is a later version that has a iron ring that supports the sole that was used in some fashion until the 19th century.

Links