Summary
Glove patterns and cutters used at Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd, Richmond. The heavy cutters date from the 1950s-1960s. The metal and cardboard patterns date from 1970s.
Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd was formed in 1924 and produced leather gloves and coats, handbags, helmets and associated leather goods. The company first operated in Smith Street, and subsequently Alexandra Parade, Collingwood, relocating to Victoria Street, Richmond in 1928, where it remained until 1988.
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Cultural Gifts Donation from Mr Alistair Mitchell, 1989
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Acknowledgement
Donated through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program.
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User
Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd, 488-496 Victoria Street, Richmond, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1950s-1970s
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
0 cm (Length)
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Dimensions
223 mm (Length), 210 mm (Width), 0.5 mm (Height)
Measurement From Conservation. Measuring Method: Max. dimensions as per conservation requirements.
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Keywords
Cutting Tools, Glove Patterns, Glovemaking, Glovemaking Patterns, Leatherworking, Trades, Working Life
