Snow goggles

A ridge above the vision slits produces a visor-like rim that prevents light from seeping over the eyes.
Known as “Iggaak” snow goggles were an important part of a hunter’s equipment.
They testify to the ingenuity of Nunavimmiut in surviving in a harsh environment.
In Nunavik, ice and snow cover the land and sea for almost nine months of the year, reflecting and intensifying the sun’s rays. This glare could cause inflammation of the cornea, leading to a painful and dangerous condition known as snow ophthalmia.
These iggaak prevent ultraviolet rays from burning the retina.
What’s more, they improved hunters’ central vision by suppressing peripheral vision.

Price: €2,800