Vintage red leather folk belt, Austrian/Norwegian, c. 1940–1980.
Red leather with cream/white stitched and appliquéd floral embroidery, central edelweiss motifs, contrast edge stitching. Leather-backed for reinforcement. Ornate silver-tone engraved floral buckle with light patina and minor oxidation. Hand-finished; leather softened with natural creases, minor scuffs, light edge wear, and slight thread wear in high-contact areas; embroidery intact. Adjustable with multiple punched holes. Good vintage condition, age-consistent signs add character. Ideal for collectors of regional costume or distinctive vintage accessories.
Edelweiss symbol: Associated with Alpine regions and often used in traditional garments, representing rugged beauty and regional pride.
Period: Styling and construction are consistent with mid-20th-century folk revival pieces produced between the 1940s and 1980s, when traditional dress elements were popular in both local and tourist markets.
Length: 92cm | Width: 4cm
Vintage red leather folk belt, Austrian/Norwegian, c. 1940–1980.
Red leather with cream/white stitched and appliquéd floral embroidery, central edelweiss motifs, contrast edge stitching. Leather-backed for reinforcement. Ornate silver-tone engraved floral buckle with light patina and minor oxidation. Hand-finished; leather softened with natural creases, minor scuffs, light edge wear, and slight thread wear in high-contact areas; embroidery intact. Adjustable with multiple punched holes. Good vintage condition, age-consistent signs add character. Ideal for collectors of regional costume or distinctive vintage accessories.
Edelweiss symbol: Associated with Alpine regions and often used in traditional garments, representing rugged beauty and regional pride.
Period: Styling and construction are consistent with mid-20th-century folk revival pieces produced between the 1940s and 1980s, when traditional dress elements were popular in both local and tourist markets.
Length: 92cm | Width: 4cm
