Arrow belt
Arrowed waistband that has been widened; visible seam tape down the middle. There is a hem on the edge of the waistband.
- Accession Number 2021.07.11
- Period 1st quarter of the 20th century
- Materials fiber, wool
- Technique braided
- Measurements 18 x 190 cm
Historical context
With its thick wool and dull colors, this belt probably dates from the early 20th century. In fact, during this period, the fine “Worsted” wool from England used to make belts in the 19th century was less widely used. This was mainly due to changing preferences and technologies in the textile industry. Innovations in the manufacture of synthetic textiles and the growing demand for cheaper materials gradually relegated Worsted ...
- Accession Number 2021.07.11
- Period 1st quarter of the 20th century
- Materials fiber, wool
- Technique braided
- Measurements 18 x 190 cm
© Pointe-à-Callière Collection, donation by Luc Émond, 2021.007.011
Photo by Louis-Etienne Dore
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