PSSR Accession Number: PSSR.43
Object Name
1. Hierarchical: Furnishings
2. Classification: Temperature Control Device
3. Object Term: Tongs, fireplace
Description: Round finial atop turned baluster, connected to the one fixed piece of the tong with hooped shoulders, long rod section with round profile and central bulbous section ending in flat disc tips; the hinged piece piercing the fixed one near the shoulder, with reciprocating hooped shoulders, long round rod and flat disc tip.
Marked (yes or no): no
If yes, transcribe directly: --
Date of Manufacture: 18th century
Company or Place of Manufacture: probably America
Materials: iron
Overall dimensions in inches:
1. height: 25"
2. width: 4"
3. depth: 1 1/2"
