B592 - SOLDThis is a pretty pair of antique French ormolu curtain tie / hold backs in the Rococo style and dating from about 1880. They are of a petite size perfect to hold back a small pair of curtains or perhaps to drape lace or voile curtains . They are of good quality with excellent detail and definition to the casting of the metal. The back plate has a decorative acanthus leaf design which continues in to the fascia of the hook. The gilding on the tie backs has mellowed over the years to a lovely old gold hue. There are areas of patination and variation in colour which adds character to these wonderful old hooks. The tie backs have a strap on the reverse of the back plate for hanging on a hook.. They measure :- H 15 cm (6 inches) x W 4 cm (1.5 inches) x D 8 cm (3.1 inches). A fabulous pair of tie backs to add a special château chic finishing touch and another divine antique French find from La Belle Étoffe! Please hover cursor over picture for magnified detail and click on picture for enlarged photos. SOLD U.K. Delivery £4.95 Please contact us for international delivery cost.
Available delivery method: France
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