Object number
1926.67
Creator
Description
Man's waterproof helmet. Made of khaki green gabardine, with a knitted wool balaclava inside. Reaches down over shoulders. Has three buttons and buttonholes on front. Helmet manufactured by Burberry of London and Basingstoke. Worn by Dr Edward Adrian Wilson in the Antarctic, the Discovery Expedition (1901-1904).
Production place
London, Basingstoke
Date
1901
Production period
Early 20th century
Object name
Material
Technique
Dimensions
- h: helmet445mm
- w: helmet285mm
- h: front opening, helme140mm
- w: front opening, helme130mm
Inscription
[in gold] ADDRESSES / 30 HAYMARKET / & LONDON ST. BASINGSTOKE / [in red] Burberrys / [in gold] Patentees Of / Gabardine Combination / Urban Combination / Sporting Specialities1926:67
