Mousquetaire pair of black opera-length evening gloves historic brand Fownes Bro

over-the-elbow Mousquetaire-style opera gloves They feature a traditional vertical slit at the inner wrist secured by a row of small buttons. This historical design feature allows the wearer to unbutton the wrist, slip their hands out for dining or drinking, and tuck the hands of the gloves away while keeping the long sleeve portion up on the arm. Sizing:  The specified Size 7 ½ is a traditional vintage glove size. This translates roughly to a modern women's Medium/Large, fitting a dominant hand measuring approximately 7.5 inches in circumference around the widest part of the palm (excluding the thumb)  Fownes Brothers & Co. is the oldest continuous glove maker in the fashion industry. Founded in Worcester, England in 1777 by John and Thomas Fownes, the company opened its U.S. sales office in New York City in 1887, which now serves as its global design and merchandising headquarters. History and OperationsOrigins: Established in Worcester, a historic center for the British glove trade.New York Expansion: Opened its first New York office in 1887, later establishing major upstate manufacturing plants in Amsterdam and Gloversville during the early 1900s.   Features:         • Opera  Size: Womens 7 1/2  Condition: Pre-Owned Good