Wide belt worn by women wearing tassel dresses (second half of the 15th century).
The large belt is worn under the bust.
The buckle and the strap end can be very ornate and make real jewels.
The eyelets are framed by decorative pierced metal pieces (often flowers). The strap can be made of different materials (woven tape, silk, velvet, leather, fabric with a leather core).
The belts in the photo are made of a leather core wrapped in a cotton velvet sheath. The seams are not visible.
Sources:
- “Livre traittant en brief des empereurs”, BNF, Ms-5089 f.62r
- Portrait of a Young Woman, c. 1460, Rogier van der Weyden - Germanisches Nationalmuseum, belt T55
The large belt offered here is in cotton velvet with a leather core. If you would like another material, please use the contact form.
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