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Tongs

Robert Swan

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of metal tongs by Robert Swan. The tongs have a long handle and a wide, flat head. The head is open, with two prongs that curve inward. The handles of a spoon and fork are positioned between the prongs. The tongs and utensils are made of silver-colored metal. The background is white, with a slight shadow underneath the tongs and utensils. The tongs are positioned diagonally, with the head on the left side and the handles on the right side.

Artwork Details

Date
1800–1830
Medium
Silver
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 480 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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