Traditional Kazakh Men’s Leather Belt

Description

This artifact is a wide leather belt, one of the principal elements of the traditional Kazakh men’s costume. Handcrafted from brown leather, it is decorated with silver-colored metal fittings engraved with traditional ornamental motifs. The central fastening consists of two hinged rectangular buckles set with large green decorative stones, enhancing both the aesthetic and symbolic value of the piece. Traditionally, belts of this type served not only to secure garments but also to indicate the owner’s social status, wealth, and appreciation of craftsmanship. Created in 2022, the belt represents a contemporary interpretation of traditional Kazakh leatherworking and metal decorative arts while preserving the cultural heritage of national costume.
Date: 2022
Material: Leather, metal, decorative stones.
Technique: Handcrafted.
Size: Length - 111 cm; Width - 9 cm.