Victorian era and the duck feather

During the Victorian era, or the time during which Queen Victoria ruled, 1837 to 1901, attention was paid to order within the home and to the well thought out ornamental aspects of home care. In a typical Victorian home there were areas for daily private use, and then there were separate rooms more carefully appointed, and many times better kept, intended for public entertaining; often this room was the "parlor". And one element of Victoriana found in many of the parlors was the feathered bouquet, an arrangement set out to be admired by people when they came to visit. In its mindfully constructed architecture were placed items like the peacock eye feather and other natural elements such as cherry boughs. Duck feather adornments, likewise, could be found on fine millinery of the time due to the popularity of duck feathers. Create wonderful works of art yourself with the help of ContinentalFeathers.com!

Shortly after the Victorian era another use for feathers of another bird was invented. It was 1903 when the manager of a broom factory invented the ostrich feathered duster. Many years later this invention is still being used, and you may even have one under your sink. Feathers had already been used for ostrich feather centerpieces accented with perhaps a duck feather or two, but the duster was a new idea that quickly took hold. Ten years after coming up with this idea in South Africa, Harry Beckner opened a company in the United States. This company is still operating today, as a matter of fact, in McDonald, Tennessee.

A practical use for the ostrich is not a rare thing, thanks to the household duster. Ostriches are also becoming increasingly popular animals for farms. In fact, this bird is farmed by feather suppliers in over fifty countries worldwide. In addition to decorative uses for the species,other applications make them popular for breeding. Try displaying them with natural elements, like the peacock eye feather, in Victorian versions of home embellishment, or use them in ostrich feather centerpieces. These are attractive, fascinating creatures, strong enough for small humans to ride, and adaptable to a range of climates and dietary regimens. Please take a look at the many varieties of feathers we carry and create your own works of art!