early 20th century
Islamic ArtJewelryearly 20th century
Belt is a jewelry created in early 20th century using silver; fire-gilded and chased, with applied decoration, cabochon and table-cut… measuring 4 1/8 x 32 1/2 in. (10.5 x 82.6 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver; fire-gilded and chased, with applied decoration, cabochon and table-cut carnelians, and synthetic resin stones; mounted on leather |
| Dimensions | 4 1/8 x 32 1/2 in. (10.5 x 82.6 cm) |
| Classification | Jewelry |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2005 |
| Date | early 20th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Belt?
Belt is housed in the Islamic Art 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 silver; fire-gilded and chased, with applied decoration, cabochon and table-cut carnelians, and synthetic resin stones; mounted on leather.
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