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Brown and White Ostrich Feather Boa
Brown and White Ostrich Feather Boa
Brown and White Ostrich Feather Boa
Brown and White Ostrich Feather Boa

Brown and White Ostrich Feather Boa

Wearer (Brechin, 1880 - 1952)
DateEarly 20th century
Object NameBoa
Mediumostrich feathers and silk
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
AcquisitionPresented in 1977 by Dr Ann Edwards.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS000109
About MeBrown and white ostrich feather boa with a silk tassel at each end.

The Edwardians simply adored feathers and used them as often as they could for fashionable garments and accessories. In this period of extravagance all manner of feathers were exploited; the bigger and more flamboyant the better, with ostrich feathers being the most popular, for their blousy effect.