{"product_id":"antique-wooden-glove-display-hand-with-movable-thumb","title":"Antique Wooden Glove Display Hand with Movable Thumb","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA wonderful early retail display piece with beautiful wear and an unusual articulated thumb. Whether displayed on a shelf or used to hold a favorite treasure, it's one of those objects that immediately sparks conversation.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 11 ⅛\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase Diameter: 3 ½\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy I Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLikely a late 19th- to early 20th-century glove display hand used in a department store or haberdashery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a \u003cstrong\u003emovable thumb\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing gloves to be slipped on and off the hand more easily—a clever design detail not commonly found on decorative wooden hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful aged wood with decades of honest wear and rich patina.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemnants of dark surface residue on several fingertips, likely from years of handling or display, adding to its authentic character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes a wonderful sculptural object on a bookshelf, console, or cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for displaying rosaries, antique spectacles, pocket watch chains, ribbons, jewelry, or simply enjoyed as an object on its own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe turned pedestal base gives it an elegant presentation while keeping it stable for display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Little History\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWooden display hands like this were used by glove shops and department stores to showcase leather gloves for customers. Unlike artist's mannequin hands, which have articulated fingers for drawing, retail glove display hands were typically carved as a solid form. On better-quality examples like this one, the thumb pivots to make dressing and removing fitted gloves much easier. It's a clever little feature that speaks to its original purpose and is one of my favorite details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood antique condition with age-appropriate wear throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb remains movable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface scratches, scuffs, and patina consistent with decades of use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark residue or discoloration remains on several fingertips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor wear to the base from age and display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo maker's mark found.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Everly Home Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51276975112359,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/6217\/4631\/files\/IMG_0067_8370b2c7-a0ad-49a2-88c5-7ba471b12202.jpg?v=1789691527","url":"https:\/\/everlyhomecollection.com\/products\/antique-wooden-glove-display-hand-with-movable-thumb","provider":"Everly Home Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}