Lot 193: An Islamic Silver Belt with Central Jade Plaque...
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An Islamic Silver Belt with Central Jade Plaque and Floral Motifs.
An Islamic silver belt composed of finely woven mesh-link bands forming a flexible and substantial strap. The belt centres on a large circular jade plaque of soft green tone, smoothly polished and bezel-set within a silver mount. Flanking the jade are engraved silver panels decorated with scrolling vegetal motifs and stylised floral elements in relief.
The strap is embellished with applied rosette-form silver bosses and decorative bands spaced evenly along the woven surface. The reverse of the clasp features an engraved tughra-style motif and dated inscription.
174g
L: Approximately 80.5cm
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished Danish collector.
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