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Roman Sandals - Andy - 02-14-2008
I am looking for a reference for roman sandals (civilian). Any period would do, but specifically 1st C BC.
Thanks in advance
Re: Roman Sandals - Neuraleanus - 02-14-2008
An excellent reference is the second-to-last chapter of the book "Stepping through Time". Both military and civilian roman footwear are covered.
Re: Roman Sandals - Wes - 02-14-2008
Carbatinas immediately come to mind. I am in the process of making 2 pair......M. Demetrius is an outstanding person to ask on these shoes, as well as his wonderful bride!
Re: Roman Sandals - Martin Moser - 02-14-2008
Quote:I am looking for a reference for roman sandals (civilian).
What are you thinking of when you say "sandal"? Soleae, i.e. a sole that is held on the foot with two strings, converging between 1st and 2nd toe? Or rather carbatinae, a one-piece leather shoe normally covering wuite a bit of the vamp? Also for what person and/or area?
Quote:Any period would do, but specifically 1st C BC.
1st C BC is difficult, I don't recall having come across finds specifically dated to that time. 1st C AD there is some.
Re: Roman Sandals - Andy - 02-14-2008
Thanks for the help. The Carbatina is what I am looking for. Are there any good patterns?
Re: Roman Sandals - Martin Moser - 02-14-2008
Hi Andy,
Quote:The Carbatina is what I am looking for. Are there any good patterns?
Dozens, but most are from the 2nd or 3rd C AD :-) )
If you PM me your email address I'll send you some.
Re: Roman Sandals - Wes - 02-14-2008
Mr. Moser....would you happen to have a carbatina pattern for a Woman, roughly a size 7 1/2 US size??
Wes
Re: Roman Sandals - Senovara - 02-14-2008
Are those for my carbatinae, Wes?
BTW, haven't mailed out your drawing yet, but I am including a few little extras in the packet!
Re: Roman Sandals - Wes - 02-14-2008
Yupper, one pair is yours and the other is going to a museum. I am sending you a PM.....goodies, COOL!!!
Re: Roman Sandals - Senovara - 02-14-2008
D huzzah for goodies!Wow, which museum is it for!?
Re: Roman Sandals - M. Demetrius - 02-14-2008
C'mon Wes, hurry up. She's walking around the house in her socks!
Re: Roman Sandals - Martin Moser - 02-15-2008
Hi Wes,
Quote:...would you happen to have a carbatina pattern for a Woman, roughly a size 7 1/2 US size??
as I said above, dozens, though not necessarily to size. Adjusting certainly isn't a problem, though. PM me your emailaddress and I'll send you some to choose from :-) )
Re: Roman Sandals - Tarbicus - 02-15-2008
Roman Era in Britain, by John Ward
http://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/G ... B/14*.html
Re: Roman Sandals - Decimus Aurelius Varus - 05-13-2008
The soleae, was the sole made of wood? I read in the article my John Ward that it was. Could it be made of leather as well? If anyone has any info on this I would appreciate it. I would like to make some.[/img]
Re: Roman Sandals - Marcus Mummius - 05-13-2008
Quote:The soleae, was the sole made of wood? I read in the article my John Ward that it was. Could it be made of leather as well? If anyone has any info on this I would appreciate it. I would like to make some.[/img]
The sole of solae can definitely be made of leather. There are lot's of originals made this way. I think leather was a much more common material for solae soles than wood.
Vale,