Byzantine Bronze Medieval belt buckle with inlaid geometric decoration. - 18 mm
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Medieval bronze belt buckle with geometric inlaid decoration, of late Byzantine style dating to the 7th century AD, in good condition, measuring 18 × 35 × 8 mm.
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Description from the seller
Medieval belt buckle with geometric decoration inlaid
Era: Medieval, possibly Byzantine (7th–9th centuries AD).
Material: Bronze with possible silver inlays.
Measurements: 21 × 25 × 8 mm.
Auction description:
Interesting medieval belt fitting, made of bronze, with lobed profile and elaborated geometric decoration created by small metallic inlays of a silvery hue.
The surface features curvilinear and dotted motifs arranged symmetrically, standing out against the dark patina of the metal. Its characteristic double rectangular opening allowed the passage and securing of a strap.
A representative piece of utilitarian medieval goldsmithing, where functionality and ornamentation were combined. It retains an attractive antiqued patina, with good definition of its decorative elements.
Conservation status: Good, showing signs of use and wear appropriate to its possible age.
The piece presents a body with slightly concave sides, terminated at one end by a small triangular appendage. Its frontal surface is richly decorated with a composition of spirals, scrolls, and interlaced circular motifs, framed by two delicate side borders.
Special interest is shown by the reverse, which preserves two perforated loops intended for attaching the plate to the belt leather, evidence of its functional construction.
This type of belt fittings constitutes an interesting manifestation of late antique and early medieval metalwork, when Byzantine artistic influence spread widely across the Mediterranean.
It stands out especially for its attractive archaeological patina, with olive-green, dark bronze, and earthy golden tones that enhance the depth of the ornamental motifs.
Conservation status: Good apparent structural integrity, with the decorated plate and the two rear loops preserved. It shows surface wear and earthy deposits compatible with its archaeological condition. The ring and the buckle pin are not preserved.
An attractive late antique–early medieval archaeology piece, particularly valued for the richness of its decorative motifs, the elegance of its design, and the preservation of its original fastening elements.
Medieval belt buckle with geometric decoration inlaid
Era: Medieval, possibly Byzantine (7th–9th centuries AD).
Material: Bronze with possible silver inlays.
Measurements: 21 × 25 × 8 mm.
Auction description:
Interesting medieval belt fitting, made of bronze, with lobed profile and elaborated geometric decoration created by small metallic inlays of a silvery hue.
The surface features curvilinear and dotted motifs arranged symmetrically, standing out against the dark patina of the metal. Its characteristic double rectangular opening allowed the passage and securing of a strap.
A representative piece of utilitarian medieval goldsmithing, where functionality and ornamentation were combined. It retains an attractive antiqued patina, with good definition of its decorative elements.
Conservation status: Good, showing signs of use and wear appropriate to its possible age.
The piece presents a body with slightly concave sides, terminated at one end by a small triangular appendage. Its frontal surface is richly decorated with a composition of spirals, scrolls, and interlaced circular motifs, framed by two delicate side borders.
Special interest is shown by the reverse, which preserves two perforated loops intended for attaching the plate to the belt leather, evidence of its functional construction.
This type of belt fittings constitutes an interesting manifestation of late antique and early medieval metalwork, when Byzantine artistic influence spread widely across the Mediterranean.
It stands out especially for its attractive archaeological patina, with olive-green, dark bronze, and earthy golden tones that enhance the depth of the ornamental motifs.
Conservation status: Good apparent structural integrity, with the decorated plate and the two rear loops preserved. It shows surface wear and earthy deposits compatible with its archaeological condition. The ring and the buckle pin are not preserved.
An attractive late antique–early medieval archaeology piece, particularly valued for the richness of its decorative motifs, the elegance of its design, and the preservation of its original fastening elements.
Details
Culture
Byzantine
Century/timeframe
S VII DC
Name of object
Medieval belt buckle with inlaid geometric decoration.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1960
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
18 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Width
35 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
8 mm
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Yes
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Original/official
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