Antique TW&W Paris Seps Serpent Button Brass French Patent 19th Century

T.W. & W. Paris
Brass-Tone Metal Button
Victorian, Late 19th Century

This antique French button features a complex, high-relief design of intertwined serpents or seps. The intricate metalwork captures the fluid movement and textured scales of the reptiles, reflecting the nature-inspired motifs prevalent in late 19th-century French decorative arts. The reverse bears the T.W. & W. (Trelon Weldon & Weil) maker's mark and the "Brevete S.G.D.G." patent designation, signifying its historical production in Paris.

• Cast brass-tone metal construction with a fixed loop shank
• Reverse stamped with "T.W. & W. M", "H PARIS", and "BREVETE S.G.D.G."
• High-relief figural design of multiple intertwined serpents
• Dimensions: 4" L x 4" W x 4" H (as provided in records)

Condition: Good antique condition with a rich, darkened patina consistent with age. The front design remains sharp with clear detail. The shank is securely attached and functional. No structural cracks or significant metal loss. Natural surface oxidation and minor wear typical of historic haberdashery items.