late 19th–early 20th century

Islamic ArtJewelrylate 19th–early 20th century

Belt is a jewelry created in late 19th–early 20th century using silve; fire-gilded and chased, with table-cut carnelians; mounted on leather measuring 3 7/8 x 38 1/4 in. (9.8 x 97.2 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilve; fire-gilded and chased, with table-cut carnelians; mounted on leather
Dimensions3 7/8 x 38 1/4 in. (9.8 x 97.2 cm)
ClassificationJewelry
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2008
Datelate 19th–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 late 19th–early 20th century.

What material is Belt made from?

Belt is crafted from silve; fire-gilded and chased, with table-cut carnelians; 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

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