Curtain Tieback

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver curtain tieback, "Curtain Tieback", by an unknown artist. The object is long and curved with a wide, flat end on the left and a decorative circular motif on the right end. The flat end has horizontal ridges and a rectangular decorative element on top. The curved body features a central floral design with leaves and scrollwork on either side. The right end features a large circular motif with a flower-like design in the center, surrounded by scrollwork. The object has a smooth, metallic surface and is shown on a plain gray background. The object casts a shadow underneath.