Pair of Sword-Grip Ornaments (Menuki)

Pair of Sword-Grip Ornaments (Menuki) by artist. Two small, gold-colored metal ornaments. Ornaments are shaped like mythical creatures with large wings. Top ornament depicts creature lying down, head to the right, front leg bent under body, back leg extended behind. Bottom ornament depicts similar creature lying down, head to the left, front leg bent under body, back leg extended behind. Both ornaments have intricate details, including feathers on wings and texture on bodies. Ornaments have a loop at one end. Background is light gray.