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Tongs

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal tongs with long handles and a circular opening at the top, resembling a keyhole. The handles are thin and taper to a point at the bottom, where they are connected. The top has a small spherical knob. The tongs are made of dark-colored metal. The background is light grey. Tongs by unidentified artist.

Artwork details

Date:
1820–40
Medium:
Iron
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
212 × 622 px
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