Want, rechter, van bruine wol, zonder duim c. 1610 - 1670

This right mitten, crafted from brown wool, presents a study in texture and form. Its materiality speaks volumes, the rough weave and earth-toned colour palette evoking a sense of rustic simplicity. The mitten's shape, though functional, has an organic quality, edges softly fraying. The absence of a thumb disrupts the conventional form of a mitten, inviting us to reconsider the object's utility and purpose. This missing element challenges our expectations. The mitten almost becomes an abstract sculpture, its meaning shifting from practical garment to a symbolic object. Consider how the visible wear and tear contribute to the mitten's narrative. These imperfections are not flaws but rather integral components of its identity. The mitten offers a meditation on how everyday objects can transcend their original function to embody deeper cultural and philosophical meanings.