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Gloves Collection (#98)

"Gloves: A Timeless Symbol of Strength, Elegance, and Resilience" From the boxing ring to high-end fashion stores

Background imageGloves Collection: FREDERICK III OF PRUSSIA. Crown Prince of Prussia, 1861-1888, and Emperor of Germany, 1888

FREDERICK III OF PRUSSIA. Crown Prince of Prussia, 1861-1888, and Emperor of Germany, 1888. Caricature, 1870

Background imageGloves Collection: JAMES THOMAS BRUDENELL (1797-1868). 7th Earl of Cardigan. English soldier. Line

JAMES THOMAS BRUDENELL (1797-1868). 7th Earl of Cardigan. English soldier. Line and stipple engraving, English, c1856, after a photograph

Background imageGloves Collection: HATTIE CARAWAY (1878-1950). American senator from Arkansas, 1931-1945. Photograph, 1914

HATTIE CARAWAY (1878-1950). American senator from Arkansas, 1931-1945. Photograph, 1914

Background imageGloves Collection: CHARLES BRADLAUGH (1833-1891). English reformer and politician. Original cabinet photograph

CHARLES BRADLAUGH (1833-1891). English reformer and politician. Original cabinet photograph, c1890

Background imageGloves Collection: DEPEW AND LODGE, 1902. Senators Chauncey Mitchell Depew (1834-1928) and Henry Cabot Lodge

DEPEW AND LODGE, 1902. Senators Chauncey Mitchell Depew (1834-1928) and Henry Cabot Lodge (1850-1924) on their way to the Capitol in Washington, D.C. Drawing, 1902, by Thomas Fleming

Background imageGloves Collection: NELLIE BLY (1867-1922). Pseudonym of Elizabeth Seaman, nee Cochrane. American journalist

NELLIE BLY (1867-1922). Pseudonym of Elizabeth Seaman, nee Cochrane. American journalist. Photographed c1890

Background imageGloves Collection: NEWSBOYS BOXING, 1908. A newsboys self-defense class given by the Newsboy Protective

NEWSBOYS BOXING, 1908. A newsboys self-defense class given by the Newsboy Protective Association in Cincinnati, Ohio. Photograph by Lewis Hine, August 1908

Background imageGloves Collection: BAG MAKERS, 1568. The making and selling of leather bags, pouches, purses and gloves

BAG MAKERS, 1568. The making and selling of leather bags, pouches, purses and gloves. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

Background imageGloves Collection: NEW YORK: CANVASSING, 1881. A New York City politician running for office pays

NEW YORK: CANVASSING, 1881. A New York City politician running for office pays a visit to a tenement home. Wood engraving, American, 1881

Background imageGloves Collection: HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1911. A group of the youngest breaker boys at a coal breaker in South Pittston

HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1911. A group of the youngest breaker boys at a coal breaker in South Pittston, Pennsylvania. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1911

Background imageGloves Collection: Mens apparel

Mens apparel

Background imageGloves Collection: Sophisticated woman in evening gown posing in studio, (B&W), portrait

Sophisticated woman in evening gown posing in studio, (B&W), portrait

Background imageGloves Collection: Young couple walking arm in arm on sidewalk, (B&W)

Young couple walking arm in arm on sidewalk, (B&W)

Background imageGloves Collection: Young woman in fashionable suit and hat in studio, (B&W), portrait

Young woman in fashionable suit and hat in studio, (B&W), portrait

Background imageGloves Collection: Young woman with fur collar posing in studio, (B&W), portrait

Young woman with fur collar posing in studio, (B&W), portrait

Background imageGloves Collection: Young couple wearing formal dress standing in studio, (B&W)

Young couple wearing formal dress standing in studio, (B&W)

Background imageGloves Collection: Elegant man walking alone along city street, (B&W)

Elegant man walking alone along city street, (B&W)

Background imageGloves Collection: Elegant woman posing on sidewalk, (B&W)

Elegant woman posing on sidewalk, (B&W)

Background imageGloves Collection: Elegant mature woman in hat and coat posing in studio, (B&W), (Portrait)

Elegant mature woman in hat and coat posing in studio, (B&W), (Portrait)

Background imageGloves Collection: Young woman in fur coat and fashionable hat in studio, (B&W)

Young woman in fur coat and fashionable hat in studio, (B&W)

Background imageGloves Collection: Woman in suit and fashionable hat standing taking money out of bag in studio, (B&W), portrait

Woman in suit and fashionable hat standing taking money out of bag in studio, (B&W), portrait

Background imageGloves Collection: Young woman in fashionable hat lying down in studio, (B&W)

Young woman in fashionable hat lying down in studio, (B&W)

Background imageGloves Collection: HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. A 15 year-old trapper boy, at a coal mine in West Virginia

HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. A 15 year-old trapper boy, at a coal mine in West Virginia. Photograph by Lewis Hine, September, 1908

Background imageGloves Collection: WOMENs FASHION, 1829. Women wearing an opera dress (left) and a private concert dress

WOMENs FASHION, 1829. Women wearing an opera dress (left) and a private concert dress. English color fashion plate from La Belle Assemblee, 1829

Background imageGloves Collection: GERMAN FASHION, 1921. The elegant woman, for dressing and undressing. Illustration

GERMAN FASHION, 1921. The elegant woman, for dressing and undressing. Illustration, 1921, by Karl Arnold for the German journal, Der Simplicissimus

Background imageGloves Collection: WOMENs FASHION, c1910. American woman, one Jane Jennings, photographed at a Brooklyn studio

WOMENs FASHION, c1910. American woman, one Jane Jennings, photographed at a Brooklyn studio, c1910

Background imageGloves Collection: HAWKING, c1350. English manuscript illumination

HAWKING, c1350. English manuscript illumination

Background imageGloves Collection: CHARLES I (1600-1649). King of England, Scotland, and Ireland, 1625-1649

CHARLES I (1600-1649). King of England, Scotland, and Ireland, 1625-1649. Oil by Daniel Mytens

Background imageGloves Collection: AD: GLOVES, 1918. American advertisement for Hansen Gloves. Illustration, 1918

AD: GLOVES, 1918. American advertisement for Hansen Gloves. Illustration, 1918

Background imageGloves Collection: Fashion-France-Ralph & Russo

Fashion-France-Ralph & Russo
A model presents a creation for Ralph & Russo during the Haute Couture Spring-Summer 2014 collection show, on January 23, 2014 in Paris. AFP PHOTO / MIGUEL MEDINA

Background imageGloves Collection: Elizabethan Relics

Elizabethan Relics
Relics associated with Queen Elizabeth I of England, circa 1800. They are, (1) A jewel given to her by Archbishop Parker, (2) Her golden prayerbook, (3, 4 and 5) ornate cups

Background imageGloves Collection: Lady Cyclist

Lady Cyclist
Miss K. Seymour with her bicycle, 1898. (Photo by Rischgitz/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageGloves Collection: Costume Historique

Costume Historique
A noblewoman during the reign of King Louis XIV, circa 1700. She is wearing a Spanish-style lace mantilla. From the book Costumes Historiques. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageGloves Collection: Latest Paris Fashions

Latest Paris Fashions
Two ladies wearing the latest Paris fashions, 1867. From a supplement to The Queen magazine, pub. 2nd November 1867. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageGloves Collection: Advertisement for Crunchie Bar

Advertisement for Crunchie Bar -- male and female models posing. 1959

Background imageGloves Collection: Advertisement for the Mond Nickel Company

Advertisement for the Mond Nickel Company -- female model (Jane Davis) posing in polka dot dress and gloves. 1959

Background imageGloves Collection: Japan - High Class Japanese woman with large umbrella

Japan - High Class Japanese woman with large umbrella
Japan - A fine postcard photograph of a high Class Japanese woman with large umbrella in full winter attire, including thick overcoat, shawl and fingerless gloves Date: circa 1905

Background imageGloves Collection: Snowman in the San Bernardino Mountains, California, USA

Snowman in the San Bernardino Mountains, California, USA
Snowman in the San Bernardino Mountains, Southern California, USA. Date: 1930s

Background imageGloves Collection: Hows That - A young wicketkeeper whips off the bails

Hows That - A young wicketkeeper whips off the bails
" Hows That?" - A young wicketkeeper whips off the bails and appeals vigorously for a stumping dismissal as the batsman sneaks out of his crease. (see also: 10724035) Date: 1905

Background imageGloves Collection: Coachman from Saint Petersburg, Russia

Coachman from Saint Petersburg, Russia - note his white gloves, tucked into his thin belt. The distinctive uniform of a coachman of long flowing robe and short-flat-topped hat is in evidence here

Background imageGloves Collection: The fruits of success - A Chorus Girl visits home

The fruits of success - A Chorus Girl visits home
The fruits of success - An all-American chorus girl visits home and is greeted by surprise and a certain element of bemusement

Background imageGloves Collection: Fierce shot blasts Goalkeeper into his own goal

Fierce shot blasts Goalkeeper into his own goal
A fearsome shot from an opposing striker smashes into the face of a hapless Goalkeeper, carrying the ball and the keeper back over the line

Background imageGloves Collection: Glove box with greeting on a Victorian Christmas card

Glove box with greeting on a Victorian Christmas card (open). (2 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGloves Collection: Her Royal Highness The Princess Of Wales

Her Royal Highness The Princess Of Wales

Background imageGloves Collection: Very proud schoolgirl at Moor House School, Hurst Green Oxted, Surrey, finds her

Very proud schoolgirl at Moor House School, Hurst Green Oxted, Surrey, finds her work admired by Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother

Background imageGloves Collection: His Royal Highness The Duke Of Saxe-Coburg

His Royal Highness The Duke Of Saxe-Coburg




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"Gloves: A Timeless Symbol of Strength, Elegance, and Resilience" From the boxing ring to high-end fashion stores, they have always held a significant place in our history and culture. Just like Sugar Ray Robinson's fierce determination during the seventh round of a fight, gloves represent power and tenacity. Outside a Gucci shop, a lady dons her luxurious gloves with grace and sophistication, epitomizing elegance at its finest. Much like Alice in Wonderland exploring the White Rabbit's house they can transport us into magical realms where imagination knows no bounds. In 1929, amidst societal norms being challenged, a bystander captures an image of a trailblazing boxing woman training hard while wearing her gloves. These powerful symbols remind us that gender should never limit one's ambitions or abilities. The surrender of General Lee to General Grant at Appomattox Court House in 1865 marked the end of an era filled with conflict. As depicted by Thomas Nast's painting reproduction titled "Lee's Surrender, " gloves symbolize peace and unity after tumultuous times. A Silver Cross advertisement showcases how even motherhood embraces the protective nature when caring for their little ones. Gloves become synonymous with love and nurturing as they shield precious lives from harm. British boxer Freddie Mills' signed postcard from 1941 reminds us that behind every champion lies dedication and countless hours spent perfecting their craft while wearing their trusted pair of gloves. During Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip's visit to Australia in 1954, they were greeted by enthusiastic crowds waving their gloved hands as a sign of respect towards royalty. Gloves signify tradition and formality within society. An advertisement promoting Linherr Vermouth portrays glamourous parties where guests hold glasses adorned with elegant white-gloved hands—a testament to refinement associated with this timeless accessory. On golf courses worldwide, ladies survey fairways before taking their drive, their gloves symbolizing precision and focus.