Sugar Tongs by Benjamin Lemar (Lamar). Two metal tongs with intricate designs. The top tong has a spoon-like end on the left and a flat end on the right with a decorative border. The bottom tong has a pointed end on the left. Both tongs have handles with ornate etchings. The top tong's handle features a pattern of circles. The bottom tong's handle features a pattern of interconnected diamonds and leaves. The background is plain white.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1775–85
- Medium
- Silver
- Culture
- American
- Dimensions
- 599 × 407 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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