Belt buckle from the Caucasus, made up of two silver elements with engraved and niello decoration of stylized geometric and plant motifs, enhanced with riveted nails and carnelian cabochons. Attachment system using a metal rod with an openwork button head connected by a chain to one of the two elements.
The size of the belt buckle and the fine niello decoration shows the social status of the owner of this piece.
Material: Silver, niello, carnelian and blass on the back
From the 19th or early 20th century.
Size: 40 cm x 8 cm
Weight: 546,2 gr
Literature:
“Ceintures ethniques d’Afrique d’Asie, d’Océanie et d’Amérique”, Leurquin, Anne, Skira, 2004, p.123
“Ethnic jewellery and adornment” Daalder, Truus, Ethnic Art Press, 2009, p. 368
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