Slobkousen van zwart laken met vier zwarte knopen en een leren riem met metalen gesp c. 1900 - 1930

This pair of black gaiters, made of wool and leather, is a fascinating example of 19th-century footwear. The gaiters, also known as spats, were worn over shoes to protect them from dirt and weather. The four buttons and leather straps with metal buckles, along with the pointed shape, exemplify the elegant practicality of this period fashion. These gaiters are currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, providing a glimpse into the past and the intricacies of everyday fashion in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.