Two Transylvanian traditional dress belts, 19th century Two wide leather belts embroidered all over with floral ornaments made from painted quills. Each with three buckles (one broken in the middle) and a leather pouch with a button. The three end pieces of one piece are heavily rubbed at the edges, otherwise in good, age-appropriate condition. Length 98 cm each. Condition: II +

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