Shoemaker's Lasts
Object NameLast
Mediumwood, varnish
ClassificationsCraft Trades
AcquisitionPresented in 1983 by John Coutts.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS002986
Keywords
Each last consists of a large section comprising the front of the foot and ankle, a middle section with handle at the top and small heel section. There are grooves and protrusions for sliding the pieces together.
The right foot has a build up of papier mache on the outside of the foot to accomodate a bunion. The front section is marked "9 / 4 / M R" on the top, and the heel section marked "M R" on the top.
The left foot is marked "9 / 4 / L M" on the top, the middle section is marked "L" on the side of the handle and the heel section is marked "L M" on the top.
late 12th-13th Century
1900-1970
12th-14th Century
12th-15th Century
12th-14th Century
12th-14th Century
12th-14th Century
1950-1999
