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Description
Kieselstein-Cord Silver Belt BuckleMetal: Sterling silver
Marked: Kieselstein-Cord
Weight: 149.80 grams
Dimensions: 3-5/16 inches x 2-1/16 inches
Condition Report*:
Metals:
Silver
Overall Condition: Good
Condition Notes: A daring belt buckle featuring one of the most formidable yet adorable creatures on the planet, the hippopotamus. Set against a floral backdrop, this bold creation, affectionately dubbed "Howard Hippo" by Kieselstein-Cord, captures the animal mid-stride in a dynamic pose. The piece is generously scaled, giving it strong visual impact and presence when worn.
The reverse reveals intricate under gallery detailing, depicting two hippos lounging in a shallow pond, adding depth and narrative to the design. It is marked Kieselstein-Cord, sterling silver, 2005, and bears the serial number 1894. Some minor wear can be seen under close inspection but remains a prominent belt buckle in good condition.
Kieselstein-Cord: American artist Barry Kieselstein-Cord’s remarkable jewelry designs made their grand appearance in 1973, introduced by Georg Jensen, New York. His work took both the jewelry and art world by storm. An immediate success, Kieselstein-Cord’s sculptural designs set him up as the driving force propelling jewelers’ art in America. He works in green and black matte finished silver, gold and platinum, creating whimsical animal, heart, cross, sun and moon compositions. Regardless of the form: jewelry, belts, eyewear or accessories, Barry Kieselstein-Cord focuses on metal craft with stones acting as a secondary component. He has built an enormous designer-owned fine jewelry company, selling his distinctive merchandise internationally as well as in the United States. The winner of numerous awards, some of his designs can be found in Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, Museum of Fine Arts in Houston and the Louvre in Paris as well as prominent private collections. Silver
Overall Condition: Good
Condition Notes: A daring belt buckle featuring one of the most formidable yet adorable creatures on the planet, the hippopotamus. Set against a floral backdrop, this bold creation, affectionately dubbed "Howard Hippo" by Kieselstein-Cord, captures the animal mid-stride in a dynamic pose. The piece is generously scaled, giving it strong visual impact and presence when worn.
The reverse reveals intricate under gallery detailing, depicting two hippos lounging in a shallow pond, adding depth and narrative to the design. It is marked Kieselstein-Cord, sterling silver, 2005, and bears the serial number 1894. Some minor wear can be seen under close inspection but remains a prominent belt buckle in good condition.
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Auction Info
Tuesday Jewel Box Select Auction #172536 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
September, 2025
9th
Tuesday
Internet/Mail Bids: 21
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