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PSSR Accession Number: PSSR.52

Object Name

1. Hierarchical: Furnishings

2. Classification: Temperature Control Device

3. Object Term: Tongs, fireplace

Description: Elaborately turned handle with incised line decoration, ending in a flat round disk from which two looped pieces extend to long rods with central bulbous section, flat disk terminals. Entire surface has a coating which appears to be a steel plating over iron and is much worn

Marked (yes or no): no

If yes, transcribe directly: --

Date of Manufacture: circa 1820

Company or Place of Manufacture: England or America

Materials: iron, steel plating (?)

Overall dimensions in inches:

1. height: 30"

2. width: 4"

3. depth: 1 1/2"

 

 

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