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Tongs

J. Cook

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tongs by J. Cook. Metal tongs with two round decorative ends, likely made of silver or silver-plated, featuring a ridged edge design. The handles are long and flat with a slight curve. A dark area is visible on one handle. The tongs are positioned on a white surface, casting a shadow to the right. The image is in black and white.

Artwork Details

Date
1815–25
Medium
Silver
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 490 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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