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Antique Telkari Belt, Black Sea Coast, Turkey.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

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Antique Telkari Belt, Black Sea Coast, Turkey.

1900 - 1920
Description

This fabulous belt was probably made in the Mardin area of the Black Sea coast during the early part of the 20th century.

Size: 92cm (3') long x 14cm (5.5") wide.

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Telkari Silver Belt to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA690158
Dealers Internal Reference
RPD40
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Description
This fabulous belt was probably made in the Mardin area of the Black Sea coast during the early part of the 20th century.

Size: 92cm (3') long x 14cm (5.5") wide.

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Telkari Silver Belt to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA690158
Dealers Internal Ref
RPD40
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Dealing in antique and old tribal rugs, dowry weavings and decorative carpets from the near east and central asia since 1979.

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An antique silver and gilt filigree waist belt featuring a central woven bow buckle set with a red carnelian cabochon and dangling chain tassels.
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Archive I An antique silver and gilt filigree waist belt featuring a central woven bow buckle set with a red carnelian cabochon and dangling chain tassels.

Antique Telkari Belt, Black Sea Coast, Turkey.

Archive II An antique silver and gilt filigree waist belt featuring a central woven bow buckle set with a red carnelian cabochon and dangling chain tassels. View II
Archive III An antique silver and gilt filigree waist belt featuring a central woven bow buckle set with a red carnelian cabochon and dangling chain tassels. View III
Archive IV An antique silver and gilt filigree waist belt featuring a central woven bow buckle set with a red carnelian cabochon and dangling chain tassels. View IV
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Telephone 01451 824 447 or 07980 999 114
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North Cotswolds
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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An antique silver and gilt filigree waist belt featuring a central woven bow buckle set with a red carnelian cabochon and dangling chain tassels.
Antique Telkari Belt, Black Sea Coast, Turkey.
Ref: SA690158
An antique silver and gilt filigree waist belt featuring a central woven bow buckle set with a red carnelian cabochon and dangling chain tassels.
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Telkari is an ancient metalworking technique originating in Anatolia, characterised by weaving thin strands of twisted silver or gold wire into intricate lace-like patterns. Historically refined in regional centres along the Black Sea coast, this craft was widely utilised in Ottoman adornments and traditional regional dress.

Traditional Telkari belts are constructed from fine silver or silver alloy wire, often featuring mercury gilding or gold wash accents to create visual contrast. Semi-precious gemstones such as carnelian, agate, or turquoise are frequently set into central focal points or clasps.

Authentic pieces exhibit fine, hand-twisted wire solder points rather than modern cast imitations, showing minor hand-crafted irregularities under magnification. They typically display natural patination, regional maker marks, and traditional construction elements such as hand-forged link connections and dangling tassel charms.

Beyond wearing as a statement accessory over dark tailoring, an antique filigree belt can be displayed as textile art within a shadow box frame. It may also be used as a decorative accent draped over a mantle or dressed on a tailoring mannequin.

Silver filigree should be cleaned gently using a soft-bristled brush and mild soapy water, avoiding harsh liquid dip cleaners or abrasive pastes that can lodge in the fine wirework. Storage in anti-tarnish cloth bags away from humidity prevents rapid oxidisation.
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