Bicycle Gloves, 1970-1980
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Artifact Overview
After a hiatus of almost three-quarters of a century, bicycling experienced a revival among American adults during the 1970s -- especially with the introduction of ten-speed bikes. This led to a plethora of specialized accessories and accoutrements, like these gloves made in France for the Schwinn Bicycle Company.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Gloves
Date Made
1970-1980
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made in France for Schwinn Bicycle Company.
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America
Object ID
85.122.6
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Calvin A. Law.
Material
Leather
Cotton (Textile)
Metal
Color
Ivory (Color)
White (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Height: 5.25 in
Width: 3.25 in
Inscriptions
Label stitched on upper left glove: (image of bicycle) / SCHWINN
Stamped inside left glove: SCHWINN APPROVED / MADE IN FRANCE
Interior gold sticker: 7
Impressed on verso snap: RAUF. CO. / PROV RI
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