Archive ID: GLD-030

Bronze Rococo Mascaron Clasp

€150

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Heavy 19th-century bronze cloak clasp featuring a classical mascaron face
Angled view showing the deep relief of the bronze Rococo casting
The reverse of the bronze plaque showing the original heavy iron mounting bar
Detail of the heavy iron catch hook on the reverse of the clasp

Details: Original 19th-century iron hardware perfectly preserved

The Heritage Note

Sourced from a local antiquaire in Trie-sur-Baïse—a historic medieval bastide town nestled in the Hautes-Pyrénées—this heavy bronze casting is a spectacular example of 19th-century French fashion hardware.

Known as an *agrafe de manteau* (cloak clasp) or *plaque de ceinture* (belt buckle), it features a classical mascaron face enveloped in sweeping Louis XV revival acanthus leaves and shell motifs. These substantial clasps were specifically designed to secure the thick velvet or heavy wool of winter cloaks and sashes during the Napoleon III epoch.

When turned over, the heavy iron hardware reveals exactly how it was worn. A sturdy vertical bar on one side anchored the heavy fabric, while the thick, curved iron hook on the opposite side served as the catch. Measuring a massive 10 centimeters across, it is a brilliant, tactile object of curiosity for a desk or cabinet, or a magnificent candidate for repurposing into a modern statement belt.

Provenance & Details

Era Mid-to-Late 19th Century
Origin Trie-sur-Baïse, France
Material Cast Bronze/Brass with Iron Hardware
Dimensions 10cm Height x 10cm Width
Condition Superb antique condition. The bronze exhibits a deep, unpolished patina. The original iron mounting bar and hook are fully intact and highly secure.

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