Antique Art Nouveau Goddess Belt | Edwardian Gilt Brass 。An unusual antique Victorian to Art Nouveau belt featuring braided spring-wire construction and turquoise-colored glass cabochon accents. Designed to sit at the natural waist, this elegant piece reflects the fashionable Gibson Girl silhouette of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, when tightly defined waists and elaborate decorative accessories were highly sought after. The belt is constructed from double strands of flattened coiled wire braided together to create a flexible, slightly elastic structure that helps the belt conform comfortably to the waist. Decorative turquoise-colored cabochons are mounted within ornate ropework settings, creating a striking contrast against the warm brass-toned metal. This piece is being offered for restoration. One small round cabochon is missing from the central decorative panel, and one of the larger marquise-shaped cabochons on the clasp exhibits a noticeable chip. Despite these issues, the belt remains highly decorative and retains strong visual impact. Details * Era: Victorian to Art Nouveau * Materials: Coiled Wire, Brass-Tone Metal, Turquoise-Colored Glass Cabochons * Construction: Braided Double-Strand Spring Wire * Length: 22 inches (56cm) * Width: 7/8 inch (22mm) * Centerpiece: 3 1/2 inches (90mm) tall by 4 1/2 inches (115mm) wide * Clasp/Buckle: 1 3/4 inches (44mm) diameter * Weight: 5.5 ounces * Condition: For restoration. One round cabochon missing from center section and one marquise cabochon chipped. 9787