Footwear
Udege
river Hungari, Ussuri Krai
late 19th - early 20th century
Costume
Fur: natural: hide (Siberian Roe Deer – Capreolus pygargus Pallas); fur (white hare); fur (red squirrel – Sciurus vulgaris); cloth: cotton; cloth: velvet; threads: silk
height 72.0
РЭМ 1870-93/1
Men’s high mukluks, with a boot top of soft deer skin. Black, red, and orange strips are sewn on top, covered with embroidery (bear’s head ornament). The bear image served as amulet against evil spirits. Used as everyday footwear.
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