Description of Motive
Pafta from Ohrid, bridal belt from the end of 19th century, Macedonia.
Buckles are a traditional decorations of the Macedonian women’s folk costume, especially as part of bridal jewelry. It is a heavy metal buckle with accentuated dimensions and specific shapes. The buckle is attached to belt made of fabric.
Local characteristics are most pronounced in decorations of the buckles. The decorations are with geometric and plant motifs, enriched with filigree accessories.
They were made of metals such as bronze, brass and the semi-luxurious specimens were silver-plated or made of silver and gilded, decorated with mother-of-pearls, stained glass or pieces of semi-precious stones.
About the Product
Appropriate gift for weddings, birthdays, jubilee, celebration, name day, moving into a new home …