Patten (shoe)
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Pattens, also known by other names, are protective overshoes that were worn in Europe from the Middle Ages until the early 20th century. In appearance, they sometimes resembled contemporary clogs or s
In this detail of the Arnolfini Portrait of 1434, these pattens have been taken off inside the house.
"Lovers on a Grassy" or "Garden Bank", a 1460s engraving by Master E. S. The man has discarded his very long pattens; the woman still wears hers.
Hinged sole
Raised on iron rings
Clog (British)
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A British clog is a wooden-soled clog from Great Britain. The uppers are typically leather, and many variations exist in style and fastening.
Traditional Gibson style English clogs made in Lancashire. Similar style clogs are made throughout the Kingdom. Note the plastic soling to protect the wood from wear.
Lancashire mill girls in 1874 relaxing at lunchtime. Detail showing English style clogs worn on the left.
Clogs made by mental patients
Sole of Gibson style English clog by Walkleys of Yorkshire. Note the cast at the toe and the rebate for the leather.