Racing Gloves Worn by Marie-Claude Beaumont, 1965-1975
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Artifact Overview
French racer Marie-Claude Beaumont drove in her first rally in 1965 and won France's Women's Rally Championship in 1969. She expanded her career into circuit and endurance competitions, including six appearances at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Beaumont retired from driving in 1977 and became a spokesperson for Renault. Later, she was a professional photographer of Formula One races.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Driving gloves
Date Made
1965-1975
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
89.1.1734.25
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Family of William L. Mitchell.
Material
Leather
Cotton (Textile)
Color
Beige (Color)
Black (Color)
Inscriptions
tag inside gloves:
Jack Brabham (signature) / JACK BRABHAM / TRACK TESTED / Boulton / MADE IN ENGLAND
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