Mandingo Sandal

One of a pair of Mandingo leather sandals, missing the top strap. They have thick layered leather soles. Originally, they also bore a leather strap with a button covered in woven grass, and came with a bag. Mandingo was a term often used in the 19th century to refer to Muslim elites in the north of Sierra Leone.

Further Information

  • Type: Costume, dress
  • Object: Mandingo Sandal
  • Materials: Leather, animal skin
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: 245mm [L] x 90mm [W] x 20mm [C]
  • Production Date: Pre 1950
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: E. A. Bannerman-Phillips
  • Museum: British Museum
  • Accession Number: BM:Af.1950.44.3

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