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Black and Brown Fur Coat
Black and Brown Fur Coat
Black and Brown Fur Coat
Black and Brown Fur Coat

Black and Brown Fur Coat

Retailer
Wearer (Brechin, 1880 - 1952)
Date1890-1900
Object NameCoat
Mediumfur and silk
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsLength: 109cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1977 by Dr Ann Edwards.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS000159
About MeBlack and brown fur coat with silk lining.

Fur formed an essential part of a Victorian's winter wardrobe. At first it was popular with gentlemen, but by the late Victorian period it was also fashionable with ladies.

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In Victorian times, fur was an essential part of a winter wardrobe, first popular with gentlemen and only later, as here, with ladies.