18th Century, collection of buckles

18th Century
collection of buckles

mixed metals, mother of pearl, paste
3.5 h × 3.5 w × 1.25 d in (9 × 9 × 3 cm)

Lot is comprised of a pair of buckles by Standish Barry (Baltimore, 1784-1810), a pair of very large Georgian metal shoe buckles with mother of pearl discs, a pair of gold-plated brass leaf framed buckles, and an intricately decorated buckle featuring two Corinthian columns interlaced with serpents and shells.
Sold with six additional pairs and one individual buckle of various makes, sizes, and decorations.
Condition Report: Dimensions listed are of largest example. Mostly American and Georgian examples. Wear and losses commensurate with age and use.