British Antique Dents of Worcester Articulated Glove Model Advertising Retail Counter Prop Display Hand

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British Antique DENTS of Worcester Wooden Articulated Glove Model Advertising Retail Counter Prop Display Hand – On Base, 45cm
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An exceptional antique c.1920 wooden articulated glove display hand created for the prestigious glove maker DENTS of England, established in 1777.
This rare retail model was designed for use in glove shops and department stores to display luxury gloves in a lifelike and elegant manner. Crafted from solid wood, it stands an impressive 45 cm tall on a circular base with the maker’s name “DENTS” carved into the wood.
The hand is fully articulated, with individually jointed fingers that can open, close, and form expressive gestures. This makes it not only historically significant but also visually striking and highly versatile—ideal as a collector’s piece, design accent, or prop for film and commercial productions.
About DENTS
Founded in 1777 in Worcester, England, by John Dent, Dents became internationally renowned for producing some of the finest quality gloves in the world. Known for their use of premium leathers and meticulous craftsmanship, Dents gloves were worn by royalty, aristocracy, and fashionable society throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.
The company’s legacy continues today, supplying gloves to the British Royal Family and featuring in major Hollywood films, including the James Bond franchise. This display hand represents the golden era of glove retailing, when such models were essential in presenting gloves as a refined fashion accessory.
Dimensions
Height: 45 cm
Base depth: 12.5 cm
Hand width: 9 cm

Base inscribed with the maker’s name “DENTS”
Overall, a well-preserved and highly presentable antique display model.
Provenance
From a private London retail collection
Acquired via a notable antiques dealer
Curated and catalogued by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Why We Love It
This articulated display hand is more than a shop fitting—it is a piece of British fashion and retail history. The carved base, articulated movement, and provenance make it a rare and distinctive object. Whether placed in a boutique, displayed in a collection, or styled within an interior, it serves as a conversation piece with character and authenticity. See less