Byers' Choice Williamsburg Colonial Shoemaker Cobbler Figurine 2003 USED

The Shoemaker

THE SHOEMAKER DEPICTS one of the many trades at Colonial Williamsburg that use tools and techniques of the 18th century. Sitting with a cutting board in his lap, the shoemaker employs hammers, round knives and templates. On a good day, he might turn out two pairs of shoes. Because a single pattern was made for both of a customer's feet, shoes could be worn on either the right or left foot. To ensure even wear, most people alternated which shoe they wore on which foot.

Brown haired man in a sitting position with a brown apron, hammer and shoe outline. - Masterfully hand sculpted and painted with a beautifully expressive clay face - Perfect for any Byers' Choice collector! - Byers' Choice figurines are varied and one of kind pieces, handmade in the USA. Clothing styles, hair and eye color, and accessories may vary. - Date listed on tag - 2003

The figure is missing his work bench. Does not include the box used in the pictures.