Antique 1920s Authentic Vulture Feather & Satin Flower Flapper Fascinator Headpiece, EXTREMELY RARE
Item Description
This is the Holy Grail of fascinators, a remarkable, museum-grade piece of fashion history: an authentic 1920s Art Deco evening fascinator / hat ornament, masterfully crafted from genuine black dyed vulture feathers.
Unlike modern replicas made from common rooster coque, this original Flapper-era piece features the signature wispy, hand-swept structure and rich, ink-black matte density characteristic of early 20th-century luxury millinery. The base is beautifully adorned with dense clusters of handmade, hand-manipulated black silk-satin ribbon flowers used by period artisans to conceal the structural stitch work.
This is an exceptionally rare find, highly sought after by historical costume collectors, theater archives, and fashion historians.
Specifications & Condition
- Era: 1920s (Roaring Twenties / Art Deco Period)
- Material: Authentic Vintage Dyed Vulture Plumes with Ribbon Trims
- Attachment Type: Set on a discrete wire frame / Features the original wire loop base hair band with fishnet backing and velvet piping / Ready to wear
- Dimensions: Approximately 9” long by 4.5” wide.
- Condition Notes: Truly amazing vintage condition for material of this age. Feathers retain an incredible, SHINY, bold architectural shape. Please see the last 2 pictures showing that it needs to be reattached/sewn on one side.
Compliance & Legal Disclaimer
This is a verified antique fashion artifact manufactured in the 1920s. It is sold strictly as a historical collectible and an antique textile specimen. It complies fully with wildlife trading guidelines regarding authentic antiquities produced over 100 years ago.