Description: A sterling silver handled button hook. A hallmark and "STERLING" stamped on the handle with detailed floral design. Light brown wool spats made by S. Rauh & Co. Four buttons and leather straps.


History: Spats, a shortening of spatterdashes, or spatter guards are a type of classic footwear accessory for outdoor wear, covering the instep and the ankle. Spats are distinct from gaiters, which are garments worn over the shoe and lower trouser leg, and used primarily as personal protective equipment. Spats were primarily worn by men, and less commonly by women, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They fell out of frequent use during the 1920s. Made of white cloth, grey or brown felt material, spats buttoned around the ankle. Their intended practical purpose was to protect shoes and socks from mud or rain but this footwear also served as a feature of stylish dress in accordance with the fashions of the period.
A buttonhook is a hook for drawing small buttons through buttonholes.

Provenance: FL Estate


Dimensions: Weight (Pounds & Ounces) = 0.5 | Height(in) = 6 | Width(in) = 6 | Depth(in) = 6

Size of Artwork(in): 6.5 x .5" button hook.


Artist Name: Rauh


Medium: Wool, sterling silver, metal.


Circa: Late 19th Century

Button hook is tarnished but in good condition. Spats are also in good condition with small amount of wear on right side.