Furriers Collection

Sir Stephen Tallens seen here with a mosesk in wrap made from moles caught by him in the meadows around the house and skinned by him

Leather box, 18th century
CUL4939757 Leather box, 18th century; (add.info.: Leather box, 18th century - Official post suitcase, post between Quito and Cuenca (Ecuador). Made of leather. Sculpture. ECUADOR. PICHINCHA. Quito

Woman in furs, model wearing fur hat, muff, and stole. Captioned, Distorted furs, an alliance that Furriers do not like'. From an article, Frocks, Furs and Furbelows, by Mrs Jack May. Date: 1910

Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion (b / w photo)
6032414 Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion)

Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion (b / w photo)
6032450 Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion)

Advertisement for E Moses & Son (engraving)
602171 Advertisement for E Moses & Son (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for E Moses & Son, Tailors, Clothiers, Woollen Drapers, Hatters)

The Grafton Fur Company, Bond Street (colour litho)
3099830 The Grafton Fur Company, Bond Street (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Grafton Fur Company, Bond Street)

Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion (b / w photo)
6032430 Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion)

Cover of The Theater of Fur Fashion, c. 1914. (b / w photo)
6032408 Cover of The Theater of Fur Fashion, c.1914. (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of The Theater of Fur Fashion)

Advertisement, 1907 (litho)
5991064 Advertisement, 1907 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement in Souvenir of The Oxford Historical Pageant, Commemoration, 1907 (Cheney)

Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion (b / w photo)
6032421 Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion)

Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion (b / w photo)
6032417 Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two-page spread from The Theater of Fur Fashion)

Advert for Shayne & co furriers, New York Date: 1929

Advert for International Fur Store 1890
Womens wearing a fitted jacket with fur to sleeves and high collar. Date: 1890

Turkey - Studio portrait of a Furriers Wife
Turkey - Studio portrait of a Jewish Furriers Wife who is wearing a remarkable long string of beads. Date: circa 1920

Buildings Naumburg Saale Shops Saxony-Anhalt
Buildings in Naumburg (Saale), Shops in Saxony-Anhalt, Steinweg (Naumburg), 1912, Saxony-Anhalt, Furriers in Naumburg (Saale), Fur dressers in Germany, Furs in 1912, Naumburg, Steinweg und Dom

Buildings Kamenz Urban squares 1903 Landkreis Bautzen
Buildings in Kamenz, Urban squares, 1903, Landkreis Bautzen, Furriers in Hoyerswerda, Kamenz, Hoyerswerdaer und Bautzener Strasze, Germany

Advert for Debenham & Freebody womens fur garments 1905
Edwardian woman wearing a fur Russian sable bolero. 1905

Advert for International Fur Store 1886
Victorian women wearing fur coats, full length and well fitted seal jacket. 1886

Amish doctor and boy, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA
Amish doctor and boy walking along North Queen Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA. Date: circa 1926

Advert for Debenham & Freebody mens fur lined coats 1905
Gentlemens fur lined coats. 1905

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"Furriers: Masters of Craft and Controversy" In the early 1900s, fur fashion was at its peak, captivating the elite with its opulence and allure. Sir Stephen Tallens, a renowned figure in this world, is captured here proudly displaying his craftsmanship. Wrapped in a luxurious molesk stole made from moles he himself caught, he epitomizes the artistry of furriers. However, not all were enamored by these lavish creations. In an article titled "Distorted furs, an alliance that Furriers do not like, " Mrs Jack May sheds light on the discontent among some towards extravagant furs. A model adorned with a fur hat, muff, and stole symbolizes this controversial alliance between fashion and animal rights. The Theater of Fur Fashion served as a platform for showcasing these exquisite designs through black-and-white photographs. Its two-page spreads transported readers into a world where elegance met extravagance. Advertisements from prominent establishments like E Moses & Son and The Grafton Fur Company further fueled the fascination surrounding fur fashion. Yet amidst this glamourous spectacle emerged voices questioning the ethics behind such indulgence. The cover of The Theater of Fur Fashion circa 1914 features a haunting black-and-white photograph that prompts contemplation about our relationship with nature's creatures. As time progressed into 1929, Shayne & Co furriers sought to maintain their relevance in New York City's ever-changing landscape through advertisements highlighting their expertise. However, societal attitudes began shifting towards more conscious choices regarding animal welfare. They have always been masters of their craft - artisans who transformed pelts into works of wearable art. Their creations stirred both admiration and controversy throughout history; they represented luxury but also sparked debates about morality. Today we continue to grapple with questions surrounding ethical fashion choices while acknowledging the skillful workmanship displayed by these skilled craftsmen known as furriers.