Gauntlet Gloves and MittensCompiled by Lawrence Barkwell Coordinator of Metis Heritage and History Research Louis Riel Institute Mittens with extended gauntlets or gauntlet gloves were essential winter clothing for the Metis. These were extensively beaded and decorated with ribbon applique. These were usually lined with flannel or fur for added warmth. Gauntlet gloves from the Richard C. Lafferty Collection. Photograph by Leah Dorion. 1 Embroidered Metis gauntlet gloves. Beaded Mittens with silk applique: The Museum of Natural and Cultural History, University of Oregon 2 Mittens: detail Gauntlet Gloves: Montana Historical Society 3
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