Socks

NameSocks

Place madeAlbania, Europe

MediumWool, metallic thread

DimensionsOverall: 21 1/4 x 6 5/16 in. (54 x 16 cm)

Credit LineGift of David B. and Bonnie Naifeh Smith

Object numberA.2011.33.17ab

DescriptionTall socks with black legs and maroon feet. The toe of the left sock (a) is green and the right sock (b) is purple. A geometric band just below the ankles alternates with purple on left and green on right. A band of heavy lace trim is attached just above the geometrics at the ankles. On the legs are horned quadrupeds faced by fish ridden by birds. The colors here alternate from front to back, as well as from one leg to the other, using blue, green, purple, light and dark gold metallic thread.