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Popular in the mid to late Victorian era, human hair wreaths were created for a variety of reasons.
While most were a touching tribute to memorialize the dearly departed, hairwork also was used for sentimental reasons as a way to celebrate friendship, family and love.
This spectacular wreath features hair in many tones from brown and auburn to blonde and gray. Centered is a photograph of six women who appear to be in a boudoir. Perhaps the hair belongs to the ladies featured in the photograph? Their photograph is framed in a beautifully braided rope of hair.
Unfortunately, it does not have any information about who it might have belonged to or whether it is a memorial or sentimental piece, so we will just have to appreciate it as the work of art that it is.
The wreath is stitched into a Victorian Setsnug underwear box, a collectible piece in itself! There is a metal wire for hanging.
Additional Details
Date: 1890s-early 1900s
Materials: Hair, Wood, Silk
Measurements: 16" x 13 3/4" x 2 1/2"
Markings: None
Condition: Good. There is dust on the interior glass. The dust is more visible in the photographs than to the naked eye. The silk lining has a few rips. The photograph has faded, likely due to being exposed to sunlight for a length of time. The box backing has been taped heavily along the sides. This piece still presents beautifully.
