Victorian Mideastern Style Faux Amethyst Belt Buckle
This very substantial gilt brass buckle is highly sculptural with repousse medallions, ornate scrollwork, and applied ropework. Each half of the buckle is collet-set with faceted glass faux amethysts. Dating to circa 1895, this buckle is sturdily made and entirely wearable today. The Art Nouveau styling brings to mind the artwork of Alphonse Mucha. This very substantial gilt brass buckle is highly sculptural with repousse medallions, ornate scrollwork, and applied ropework. Each half of the buckle is collet-set with faceted glass faux amethysts. Dating to circa 1895, this buckle is sturdily made and entirely wearable today. The Art Nouveau styling brings to mind the artwork of Alphonse Mucha. It is marked C&R, for Charles R. Hettel of St. Louis, Missouri. Examples of this maker's work are rarely seen and highly desirable.
Measures 2 × 3 inches.
Excellent antique condition.
This very substantial gilt brass buckle is highly sculptural with repousse medallions, ornate scrollwork, and applied ropework. Each half of the buckle is collet-set with faceted glass faux amethysts. Dating to circa 1895, this buckle is sturdily made and entirely wearable today. The Art Nouveau styling brings to mind the artwork of Alphonse Mucha. This very substantial gilt brass buckle is highly sculptural with repousse medallions, ornate scrollwork, and applied ropework. Each half of the buckle is collet-set with faceted glass faux amethysts. Dating to circa 1895, this buckle is sturdily made and entirely wearable today. The Art Nouveau styling brings to mind the artwork of Alphonse Mucha. It is marked C&R, for Charles R. Hettel of St. Louis, Missouri. Examples of this maker's work are rarely seen and highly desirable.
Measures 2 × 3 inches.
Excellent antique condition.
This very substantial gilt brass buckle is highly sculptural with repousse medallions, ornate scrollwork, and applied ropework. Each half of the buckle is collet-set with faceted glass faux amethysts. Dating to circa 1895, this buckle is sturdily made and entirely wearable today. The Art Nouveau styling brings to mind the artwork of Alphonse Mucha. This very substantial gilt brass buckle is highly sculptural with repousse medallions, ornate scrollwork, and applied ropework. Each half of the buckle is collet-set with faceted glass faux amethysts. Dating to circa 1895, this buckle is sturdily made and entirely wearable today. The Art Nouveau styling brings to mind the artwork of Alphonse Mucha. It is marked C&R, for Charles R. Hettel of St. Louis, Missouri. Examples of this maker's work are rarely seen and highly desirable.
Measures 2 × 3 inches.
Excellent antique condition.