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Ludwig von Ottingen's knight's belt

Ludwig von Ottingen's knight's belt

Century: XIV, XV

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A medieval knight’s belt made of black leather. It is enriched with 10 round mounts of approx. 4 cm diameter. Based on Ludwig von Öttingen's appearance on his tombstone dated around 1358-60.

This impressive belt with decorations is dedicated mostly for medieval knights. It will perfectly match a knight’s tunic or a gambeson.

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Buckle: Large trapezoid shaped buckle, based on Ludwig von Öttingen's appearance on his tombstone or Egidius "Gillis" van Hamal
Belt width: approx. 4,5 cm
Belt length: approx. 160 cm

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Medieval belts and their role

In the Middle Ages, belts were an inherent part of human’s outfits. Often richly decorated, they were used to tie around the waist and also to attach various items like pouches or weapons. Both men and women wore leather belts of various width and color, often with metal elements or embossed patterns. Fabric belts were less popular.

Like all former clothing, medieval belts had a symbolic role. Wealthiness and marital status - especially in the case of women - were displayed in the costliness of dress and accompanying accessories.

All of our belts are based on archaeological findings and iconographic representations. Also, they are manufactured by high level craftsmen. The leather used in the process of manufacturing belts is dyed with natural pigments and it is 3-4 mm thick.