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Caucasian - probably Kubachi - belt

Posted by Joost Daalder on March 27, 2013 at 7:05am
This belt is made of silver, which has been gilt and enamelled. It is probably from Kubachi, Dagestan (c.1900 or a little earlier): (1) A Caucasian belt with enamelling is most likely to be from Kubachi anyway, and (2) *Jewellery from the Orient - Treasures from the Bir Collection*, p. 275, shows two belts with just such a semi-circular clasp as specifically coming from Kubachi. The Dagestani smiths were fabled for their fine work, which we see in evidence here. Bought, with gratitude, from our EJ friend howah.
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  • Jose M. Pery March 27, 2013 at 8:08am

    Very substantial and elegant piece.

  • howah March 30, 2013 at 7:49pm

    I'm happy this belt is now in your care!

  • Harald March 30, 2013 at 9:28pm

    Very nice indeed, Joost! Lovely with those little bits of blue enamel.

  • Betty June 6, 2013 at 2:20pm

    It's a gorgeous piece, Joost! What are its dimensions, please? 

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