Gloves Worn By Elizabeth Parke Firestone, 1940-1945
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Artifact Overview
Elizabeth Parke Firestone, wife of tire magnate Harvey S. Firestone, Jr., cultivated a refined sense of fashion through years of interest in clothing design and collaboration with world-renowned couturiers. Her attention to detail even influenced her selection of fashion accessories. Firestone purchased this pair of made-to-order gloves from John-Frederics -- one of the 20th century's foremost millinery firms.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Gloves
Date Made
1940-1945
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
89.492.1902
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mrs. Harvey Firestone, Jr.
Material
Velvet (Fabric weave)
Metal
Color
Red
Gold (Color)
Inscriptions
Label:
JOHN FREDERICKS / MADE TO ORDER
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