PSSR Accession Number: PSSR.28
Object Name
1. Hierarchical: Furnishings
2. Classification: Temperature Control Device
3. Object Term: Tongs, fireplace
Description: Diamond-topped finial with square top, connecting to the one fixed piece of the tong with hooped shoulders, long rod section with round profile ending in flat disk tips; the hinged piece piercing the fixed one near the shoulder, with reciprocating hooped shoulders, long round rod and flat disk tips.
Marked (yes or no): no
If yes, transcribe directly: --
Date of Manufacture: circa 1780
Company or Place of Manufacture: probably America
Materials: iron
Overall dimensions in inches:
1. height: 25"
2. width: 4 1/2"
3. depth: 3/4"
