This is a gorgeous single antique French gilded metal curtain tie / hold back dating from about 1880.
It is of generous proportions and would take a substantial curtain.
It is of nice quality with good weight and excellent detail and definition to the casting of the metal.
The fascia of the hook is a mass of fabulous acanthus leaf scrolls. The backplate has an acanthus leaf crest and the hook is further decorated with acanthus leaf detail.
The hold back has a strap on the reverse of the back plate and can be fixed by hanging it on a hook. It also has a hole to take a screw.
It measures :- H 23.5 cm (9.25 inches) x W 7 cm (2.75 inches) x D 21 cm (8.25 inches).
A gorgeous tie back to add a château chic statement and another divine antique French find from La Belle Étoffe!