Ottoman wedding belt – black cabochon - Ottoman





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Ottoman ceremonial belt for women, from the late Ottoman tradition or early 20th century, with a central circular medallion set with a black cabochon, made of cuir and silvered metal, 104 cm long, 3 cm wide, 0.7 cm thick, weighing 443 g, provenance private collection, in good condition and authentic/original.
Description from the seller
An antique ceremonial women's belt of Ottoman/Balkan tradition, intended for a wedding or festive outfit.
The decorative part consists of numerous bands and articulated metal plates, adorned with repeated floral and geometric patterns. The elements form a broad flexible band bordered by small relief motifs.
In the center lies a richly worked circular medallion, set with a polished black cabochon.
The belt also features an extensible section made of articulated metal slats, as well as an adjustable closure by leather strap and metal buckle.
This construction suggests a piece from the late Ottoman tradition or early 20th century.
Dimensions:
Total length: about 104 cm
Width: about 3 cm
Thickness: about 0.5 cm
Total weight: 443 g
Antique condition with patina, traces of oxidation, wear to the metal and leather corresponding to age and use. See the numerous detailed photographs.
An antique ceremonial women's belt of Ottoman/Balkan tradition, intended for a wedding or festive outfit.
The decorative part consists of numerous bands and articulated metal plates, adorned with repeated floral and geometric patterns. The elements form a broad flexible band bordered by small relief motifs.
In the center lies a richly worked circular medallion, set with a polished black cabochon.
The belt also features an extensible section made of articulated metal slats, as well as an adjustable closure by leather strap and metal buckle.
This construction suggests a piece from the late Ottoman tradition or early 20th century.
Dimensions:
Total length: about 104 cm
Width: about 3 cm
Thickness: about 0.5 cm
Total weight: 443 g
Antique condition with patina, traces of oxidation, wear to the metal and leather corresponding to age and use. See the numerous detailed photographs.

