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Glove for playing Jeu de Paume

unknown1845/1855

International Tennis Hall of Fame

International Tennis Hall of Fame
Newport, United States

Wooden "paddle" covered in vellum and leather, with an oval shape coming to a rounded point at the bottom. There are two sets of leather straps that buckle on one side to fit over the wrist and the back of the hand. The front and back sides are light brown in color, with dark brown leather trim. The face is approximately 35 square inches.

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  • Title: Glove for playing Jeu de Paume
  • Creator: unknown
  • Date Created: 1845/1855
  • Location Created: France or Belgium
International Tennis Hall of Fame

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