Woman’s Belt Hangings

18th–19th century

Not on view

Personal grooming tools were integrated into the elaborate ensemble of jewelry worn by women on important occasions. Dangling below this pair of belt hangings are nail clippers, an ear pick, a nail cleaner, a pin, and tweezers.

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Title: Woman’s Belt Hangings
Date: 18th–19th century
Culture: Newari for Tibetan market
Medium: Gilt silver, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, coral, shell, lapis lazuli, and turquoise
Dimensions: 12 31/32 x 2 7/8 in. (33 x 7.3 cm)
Classification: Jewelry
Credit Line: John Stewart Kennedy Fund, 1915
Object Number: 15.95.170
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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