Boucle de ceinture, M.C. 6853

Type(s) of object(s): archaeology, metal, metal arts, caucasus name(s): jewel - adornment, belt buckle materials and techniques: bronze, lost wax casting location of discovery: georgia dimensions - artwork: height: 9. 4cm length: 9. 8cm thickness: 2cm description: the frame of this openwork buckle is decorated with spirals. The deer is represented with its head turned backwards, resting on its rump. Its antlers are deployed frontally. Between his paws, a dog appears. Attachment to a belt is ensured by a hook on the left and a ring on the right, on the reverse. Mode of acquisition: purchase date of acquisition: 08–12–1924 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 6853. Unknown date