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Large Ostrich Feather for Historical Hats 60–65 cm - Outlet
Is your costume missing that distinctive flair? Are you looking for an accessory that instantly separates a common mercenary from a captain or a wealthy nobleman? This magnificent real ostrich feather, with an impressive length of 60 to 65 cm (approx. 23.6–25.6 inches), is exactly the element that will elevate your headgear to a work of art. Whether you are preparing a costume for a Renaissance Landsknecht, a Baroque Musketeer, or a lady from the Victorian era, this plume adds the necessary majesty and dynamism to your look. Manufactured by the renowned Spanish brand Marto, it guarantees quality and precise material selection. Choose from a wide palette of colours to best match your coat of arms or gown. Further product information ...
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Large Ostrich Feather for Historical Hats 60–65 cm – Various Colours
A Symbol of Status and Extravagance in History
Ostrich feathers were not just simple decorations in history. They were symbols of wealth, power, and often military rank. In the Renaissance period, and especially during the Thirty Years' War, the fashion of decorating hats with feathers reached its peak. The famous Landsknechts were renowned for their berets (Baretts), which often featured a whole cascade of these feathers, underlining their flamboyant and boisterous image. Later, in the era of Musketeers and Cavaliers, one or two long plumes adorned the wide brims of felt hats, adding elegance to the fencers with every movement. In the civilian sphere, ostrich feathers were a prized commodity in millinery from the 18th century right through to the flapper era of the 1920s.
Usage and Installation
This feather is ideal for decorating historical headgear – from flat caps and berets to bicorn or tricorn hats and top hats. Thanks to the sturdy quill (spine), it can be easily tucked into a hatband, sewn on, or fastened with a decorative brooch or badge. The feather is also suitable for:
- Making historical fans.
- Theatre and film costumes.
- Period writing instruments (although goose quills were more commonly used for writing, ostrich feathers served as decorative elements).
- Boudoir-style interior decoration.
Product Specifications
| Length | approx. 60–65 cm (approx. 23.6–25.6 inches) |
| Material | Real Ostrich Feather |
| Available Colours | Yellow, Green, Blue, White, Red |
| Manufacturer | Marto, Spain |
| Packaging | Price is per single piece |
How to Care for Feathers
Ostrich feathers are natural materials that require gentle handling to maintain their volume and beauty:
- Fluffing: If the feather has become flattened during transport or storage, hold it briefly over hot steam (e.g., from a kettle) and shake it gently. The steam straightens the fibres beautifully and restores their volume.
- Water: Avoid direct contact with rain. A wet ostrich feather looks bedraggled and can become permanently deformed. If you do get wet, let the feather air dry and then use the steam trick.
- Cleaning: Dust is best removed using a hair dryer on the lowest cool setting or by very gentle dusting.
- What NOT to do: Never wash the feather in a washing machine, do not iron it, and do not snap the central quill by force.
Do you need a stylish hat to go with your new feather? I would be happy to recommend suitable berets or felt hats from our range.
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