Tie-back
Category
Textiles
Date
Unknown
Materials
Chintz and metal
Measurements
115 mm (H); 815 mm (Length)
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 32636.11
Summary
Bed curtain tie-back matching chintz fabric to valance (NT32636.1). Curved banana-shape. Fabric both side with a hessian stiffening. Same bobbled fringing, as on valance (NT32636.1) used all around the tie-back, machined around all edges. Large brass rings handstitched on to both edges. Tacking stitches still showing in one area.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.