Man's Gloves
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
General Nathaniel Lyon
(American, died 1861)
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Date1861
MediumHand-stitched white kid leather, with white or off-white silk thread and small copper buttons
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length of each glove): 9in. (22.9cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of the Connecticut State Legislature
Object number1861.10.2a,b
DescriptionWhite kid leather gloves completely hand-stitched with white or off-white silk thread. There are three rows of reinforced stitching along the back of the hand. The cuff of each glove has a slit near the thumb which is closed by means of two small copper buttons, each stamped with an "A" and small welted button holes.
Status
Not on view
