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Feather Boa

Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1890-1920

GUSN

GUSN-52895

Description

White and black feathered boa finished with elaborate decorative silk braid knotwork and tassels at ends.

Details

Descriptive Terms

boas (neckpieces)
feather (material)
Neckpiece
Boa
Boa

Maker

Unknown

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Henry B. Spelman

Accession Number

1942.113

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