Wooden Shoes Collection

Dutch canal and tow-path, 1800s
Dog-cart with fresh vegetables and people towing a barge along a Dutch canal, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

GEUR2A-00139
Young Dutch woman gathering cabbages in a basket, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

The image shows two young coloured ladies. The young ladies wear a wide-striped dress, up to the head
3568838 The image shows two young coloured ladies. The young ladies wear a wide-striped dress, up to the head, forming a turban

Portrait of two girls in traditionl Dutch dress
3568341 Portrait of two girls in traditionl Dutch dress.; (add.info.: Holland 1890-1910 ca. Photographer: P.Z. - Photoglob & Co.); Alinari Archives, Florence.

Collection of the traditional wooden shoes aa or clogs aa in the Zaanse Schans museum
Collection of the traditional wooden shoes a or clogs a in the Zaanse Schans museum, near Amsterdam, the Netherlands

The image shows two young coloured ladies. The young ladies wear a wide-striped dress, up to the head, forming a turban. At the young ladies foot, an amphora for water. Tunisia

Young woman wearing traditional Japanese clothes Japan. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Portrait of two girls in traditionl Dutch dress. Holland. Date of Photograph:1890-1910 ca

Traditional shoes of the Pirenei zone France Pirenei. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Pair of clogs traditional Greek Europe. Date of Photograph:1950-1960

Full-length portrait of two small Chinese girls in traditional dress. They are showing their feet with the characteristic high-heeled pointed clogs China. Date of Photograph:1880 -1890 ca

Group of working class women in a street of Naples; one of them is having her hair combed Naples. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

Full-length portrait of a japanese officer accompanied by a servant. The gentleman, armed with a long katana, is wearing winter clothes and rigid headgear with chin strap

Interior of a japanese antique shop full of pottery, furniture, musical instruments and other small objects. In the foreground, two traders are sitting in traditional clothes

Full-length portrait of japanese woman with a child tied to her back. She is wearing humble clothing and playing a shyamisen. On her head is a characteristic straw hat. Date of Photograph:1865-1870

Three members of the shogun body guards, in traditional clothes, portrayed in front of a tea house. The young soldiers, armed with long swords

Full-length portrait of four young geishas in traditional dress. Three of them are seated under the portico of a tea house while the fourth, standing, has a shyamisen on her left arm

Full-length portrait of three young japanese women in elegant traditional clothes drawn in around the waist by high embroidered belts (obi). They are wearing the characteristic clogs on their feet

Full-length portrait of two young japanese women. The pretty girls are wearing the traditional kimono, drawn in tight around the waist by the high embroidered belt (obi)

Full-length portrait of a japanese woman surrounded by her children. The mother and the young daughter wear the traditional kimono

Full-length portrait in profile of a samurai wearing traditional clothes. The noble japanese warrior is wearing a straw surcoat used in bad weather, characteristic headgear high wooden clogs Japan

Two mendicant japanese nuns receiving alms from a samurai dressed in traditional dress. The young nuns, shown along a road, wear humble clothing and characteristic straw hats

Full-length portrait of a young japanese woman with a child. The mother, in traditional dress, carries her child on her back wrapped in a heavy colored cloth

Full-length portrait of a young japanese woman in traditional travel dress with high thonged clogs. She wears a softly draped cotton kerchief

Portrait of a young japanese woman in an elegant kimono, seated inside a rikshaw drawn by a man in humble clothing. She holds the typical japanese paper parasol in her hands

Full-length portrait of a young japanese lady. She is wearing a kimono with a precious embroidered obi and traditional high clogs. Date of Photograph:1865-1870

Full-length portrait, in profile, of two japanese priests of the Nitchi-Re-Shu sect. They are wearing long garments with full sleeves and high clogs. They are holding rosaries

"Woman working at the Bucciano press" (Siena) Siena Bucciano. Date of Photograph:1946

Portinari Triptych, detail of the central panel with flower vase; work of Hugo van der Goes. Uffizi Gallery, Florence Triptych Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

A young japanese man wearing his traditional clothes and a rickshaw in the street of a japanese small town. Japan. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1930 ca

Wooden Shoes Zaanse Schans Old Windmill Village Countryside Holland Netherlands. Working windmills from the 16th to 18th century

Traditional wooden shoes aa or clogs aa in the Zaanse Schans museum, near Amsterdam
Traditional wooden shoes a or clogs a in the Zaanse Schans museum, near Amsterdam, the Netherlands

Wooden Shoes (engraving)
3626078 Wooden Shoes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wooden Shoes. Illustration for Chatterbox (1868). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

Young Japanese girl in a kimono and with a parasol, Mt. Fuji in the background, c
CHT349882 Young Japanese girl in a kimono and with a parasol, Mt.Fuji in the background, c.1900 (coloured photo) by Japanese Photographer (20th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Les Sabots [The Wooden Shoes], 1768 (oil on canvas)
996176 Les Sabots [The Wooden Shoes], 1768 (oil on canvas) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); 62.2x52.1 cm; Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto, Canada; © Art Gallery of Ontario; Purchase, Frank P

Allegory of Poverty, 1630s (oil on panel)
ALM283427 Allegory of Poverty, 1630s (oil on panel) by Venne, Adriaen Pietersz. van de (1589-1662); 54.6x42.2 cm; Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, Ohio

Bijin with a dog in the snow, from Genji mitate series, 1845 (colour woodblock print)
LWR341726 Bijin with a dog in the snow, from Genji mitate series, 1845 (colour woodblock print) by Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1798-1861); Private Collection; Japanese, out of copyright

The Wooden Shoes (Les Sabots), 1768. Artist: Boucher, Francois (1703-1770)
The Wooden Shoes (Les Sabots), 1768. Found in the collection of the Art Gallery of Ontario

Historic image of girls dressed in traditional dutch clothing, circa 1920; Holland

Standing Peasant Boy Hat Wooden Shoes 1825-65
Artokoloro

books, cap, cape, clogs, delight, pet, animal, canine, domestic, doggy, mammal, hound
Children in the winter of 1879, slipppery; wooden shoes; dog; books; cap; hat; joy; play; fun; street; door; clogs; delight; cape; satchel; cape;

Sitting farmer from Wallonia Belgium, print maker: Anthonie Willem Hendrik Nolthenius de Man, 1828

Two figures in a gate open, print maker: Johannes Mock, 1824

Young man wearing clogs, Jan Weissenbruch, 1837 - 1880

Kitchen Interior with two children, Jozef Israels, 1835 - 1911

Two women, Charles Rochussen, 1824 - 1894

Standing woman with a parasol (colour woodblock print)
XIR210460 Standing woman with a parasol (colour woodblock print) by Toyokuni II, (Utagawa Toyoshige) (1777-1835); Musee Guimet, Paris, France; Japanese, out of copyright

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of wooden shoes, as you explore the Dutch canal and tow-path from the 1800s. The Zaanse Schans museum proudly displays a remarkable collection of traditional wooden shoes or clogs, offering a glimpse into the craftsmanship and cultural significance of these iconic footwear. Nestled near Amsterdam, this enchanting museum showcases an array of beautifully carved wooden shoes that have stood the test of time. As you wander through this captivating exhibition, admire an exquisite engraving depicting Wooden Shoes - a true testament to their enduring popularity throughout history. Marvel at Les Sabots (The Wooden Shoes), an oil on canvas masterpiece from 1768 by François Boucher, which captures the rustic charm and simplicity associated with these humble yet cherished footwear. Delve deeper into symbolism as you encounter Allegory of Poverty, an evocative oil painting from the 1630s displayed on panel. Discover how even in times of hardship, wooden shoes served as both practical necessities and symbols of resilience for those facing adversity. Travel across continents with Bijin with a dog in the snow, a stunning colour woodblock print from 1845 that portrays a young Japanese girl adorned in her kimono while donning traditional wooden shoes against the backdrop of majestic Mount Fuji. Witness how these versatile shoes transcended borders and cultures. Finally, venture out to Zaanse Schans Old Windmill Village Countryside Holland Netherlands where picturesque landscapes meet authentic traditions. Here lies another opportunity to witness firsthand traditional wooden shoes or clogs being crafted by skilled artisans who continue to preserve this timeless art form. Whether it's appreciating historical engravings or witnessing contemporary craftsmanship at its finest, there is no denying that wooden shoes hold a special place within our collective heritage. So step into history at Zaanse Schans museum and let your imagination soar as you discover why these simple yet remarkable creations have left such an indelible mark on our cultural tapestry.