Brown Fur Collar with Golden Silk Tassels

Fin de Siecle / Gibson Girl · 1890s · American

This luxurious fur collar features rich brown fur arranged in a curved band designed to drape around the neck and shoulders. The collar is adorned with elaborate golden yellow silk tassels at each end, creating decorative focal points that would hang gracefully when worn. The fur appears to be a medium-length pile, possibly mink or similar luxury fur, with natural color variations from light to dark brown. The construction shows careful attention to the fur's directional lay, creating a smooth, unified surface. The silk tassels are densely woven with a lustrous finish typical of high-quality period accessories. This piece exemplifies the opulent accessories favored during the Gibson Girl era, when fur collars were essential elements of fashionable winter wardrobes for well-dressed women.