Belt

Title
Belt
Year/Period
20th century
Region
Central Java
Dimension
Object size: L128 x W7.5 cm
Accession No.
1995-02020
Collection of
Asian Civilisations Museum

This belt is used to keep the sash in place around the waist. The use of gold thread and buckle indicates that is to be worn by a nobleman. The belt forms part of the formal attire of a Javanese man.

 

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