Object Details
associated person
Louis, Joe
maker
Everlast
Description (Brief)
Pair of Everlast sparring gloves worn by Joe Louis, 1934-1951. Joe Louis, known as the "Brown Bomber," was considered one of the greatest heavyweight fighters of all time. He is often regarded as the first African American to become a nationwide hero and became the focal point of anti-Nazi sentiment with the Schmeling fight of 1936. He was the reigning World Heavyweight Champion from 1937 until his retirement in 1949.
Location
Currently not on view
Credit Line
Mrs. Julian A. Black
ID Number
1980.0683.04
accession number
1980.0683
catalog number
1980.0683.04
Object Name
Gloves, Pair of
boxing gloves, pair of
boxing glove
boxing gloves
gloves, boxing
Physical Description
leather (overall material)
horsehair (overall material)
fabric (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 10 1/2 in x 11 in x 10 1/2 in; 26.67 cm x 27.94 cm x 26.67 cm
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Culture and the Arts: Sport and Leisure
Data Source
National Museum of American History
name of sport
Boxing
level of sport
Professional
web subject
Sports
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_665789