Romanian · early 20th century
Costume & Textilesearly 20th century
Belt is a costume institute of Romanian origin created in early 20th century using wool, hemp — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | wool, hemp |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Gift of Gregoire Cavafu in memory of his mother Armenouhi Edirnelian-Cavafu, Romania, 1986 |
| Date | early 20th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Romanian culture. The estimated date range is 1900 – 1950.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Belt?
Belt is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Belt created?
Belt dates to early 20th century.
What material is Belt made from?
Belt is crafted from wool, hemp.
Is Belt in the public domain?
Belt is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026