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Socks - Multicoloured, George Rayner, 1927-1939
Reg. No: ST 036515
- Summary:
- Pair of multi-coloured hand-knitted socks. Worn by British biologist and photographer George Rayner in Antarctica between 1927 and 1939.
This is part of Museum Victoria's collection of artefacts from the inter-war era of scientific exploration of Antarctica. - Description:
- Pair of multi-coloured hand-knitted socks. Black ground; striped patterns using pink, orange, blue, purple and white yarn. Fair Isle style.
- Acquisition Information:
- Donation from Mrs E. Rayner, 1984
| Discipline: | Technology |
| Dimensions: | 13.5 cm (Width), 61 cm (Length) |
More information
| Tagged with: | antarctic exploration, footwear, handcrafts, knitting, personal effects |
| Themes this item is part of: | George Rayner, Biologist & Photographer, Antarctic Clothing, Antarctica Collection, Clothing & Textiles Collection, Science & Measurement Collection |
| Primary Classification: | EXPLORATION |
| Secondary Classification: | Antarctic |
| Tertiary Classification: | footwear |
| Date Used: | 1927-1939 George Rayner was a biologist associated with the discovery investigations in the waters of the Falkland Islands dependencies. His research included hydrographic surveying and whale marking. |
| User: | Mr George Rayner, Grytviken, South Georgia, Antarctica, 1927-1939 |
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