Arctic Expedition Gloves
Clothing/Dress/Costume
1890-1920
RE-CL-2026-0007
Gloves
1890’s
1900’s
Gloves
Unisex
Gloves
Unisex
Leather
Fur
Black
Fur: Likely rabbit, hare, muskrat, or beaver
circa 1890 – circa 1920
Victorian
19th Century
Antarctica
Winter travel (walking, sleighs, early automobiles) Outdoor daily wear Possibly military or rural use (though not a uniform issue item)
Description
Fur Mittens Fur, leather, and wool lining, c. 1890–1920 Designed for warmth and durability, fur mittens with leather-reinforced palms were common winter accessories in colder climates during the late Victorian and early twentieth century.
