Pair Curtain Tiebacks, Gilt Bronze and Porcelain

American or European Mid 19th Century

A decorative Victorian Era pair of curtain tiebacks made from gilt bronze and lightly gilded white porcelain flower heads. They do come with later made wall mounting holders. They make a nice object d’art on a shelf too.

Price

$245

Condition

Overall very good except for oxidation of the bronze showing through the gilt surface. Mounting plates are not original

Measurements

6' H, 4 3/4" W, 4" D

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