Latvian Mittens: "Durainis"
Collection: Everyday Connections
Object Category: Traditional Clothing and Adornment
Object Type:
Country: Latvia
Continent: Europe
Geographic Region: Northern Europe
Materials: Wool
width: 5 in;
height: 10 in;
depth: .5 in
For Latvians, mittens are much more than a way to keep their hands warm. Latvian mittens tell a story, mark an anniversary and represent a specific region in Latvia. Some mitten designs are specially intended for weddings or other special events.
There is a rich tradition of folkloric etiquette associated with the wearing, storing and displaying of mittens.
Source:
https://latvians.com/index.php?en/CFBH/Zimes/zimes-30-mitthist.ssi