{"product_id":"french-enamel-buckle","title":"French Enamel Buckle","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFRENCH BLACK AND WHITE ENAMEL BELT BUCKLE, CIRCA 1900\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA striking antique French belt or sash buckle dating from the late 19th to early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe elongated gilt-metal frame is decorated with intricate black and white enamel work, combining a delicate diamond-patterned border with beautifully detailed fan-shaped and floral motifs. Its dramatic monochrome palette and elegant symmetry give the piece a wonderfully distinctive appearance, characteristic of the refined accessories worn during the Belle Époque period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe central bar retains four individual prongs, originally designed to secure a wide fabric belt or decorative sash. Today, it could be worn as intended, incorporated into a bespoke fashion piece, displayed as part of an antique costume collection, or simply appreciated as a beautiful example of historic French craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA highly decorative and unusual survivor with a timeless black, white and gold colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOrigin: France\u003cbr\u003eDate: Circa 1890–1910\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: Late Victorian \/ Belle Époque\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Enamel and gilt metal\u003cbr\u003eColours: Black, white and gold\u003cbr\u003eOriginal use: Belt or sash buckle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn good antique condition, with age-related wear and patination consistent with its age and previous use. There is some rubbing to the gilt finish and minor wear to the enamel, all of which contributes to its authentic antique character. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA beautiful French antique accessory that would make a distinctive addition to a jewellery, fashion or costume collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMeasures: 8 x 4cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage House Cotswolds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59441114054981,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1077\/2139\/2453\/files\/IMG_4604.jpg?v=1790004537","url":"https:\/\/heritagehousecotswolds.com\/products\/french-enamel-buckle","provider":"Heritage House Cotswolds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}