Belt

Azerbaijani · first quarter 19th century

Costume & Textilesfirst quarter 19th century

Belt is a costume institute of Azerbaijani origin created in first quarter 19th century using leather, metal — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumleather, metal
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LineBrooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Mabel Choate, 1941
Datefirst quarter 19th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Azerbaijani culture. The estimated date range is 1800 – 1825.

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 first quarter 19th century.

What material is Belt made from?

Belt is crafted from leather, metal.

Is Belt in the public domain?

Belt is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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