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Sugar Tongs

Benjamin Lemar (Lamar)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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
Museum record:
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