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Pair of mitts
Italian
18th century
Object Place: Italy
Medium/Technique
Embroidery
Dimensions
Overall: 25 x 24 x 1 cm (9 13/16 x 9 7/16 x 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Philip Lehman in memory of his wife Carrie L. Lehman
Accession Number38.1332a-b
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionBlack velvet embroidered with gold thread, and lined with deep reddish orange silk. Embroidered motif on flap over hand alike on face and reverse. Mitts not fastened, on one three button-holes on each side, on other similar button-holes and six small buttons. Worn. Ragged across tops. Collection Achille Jubinal.