Tongs
Category
Metalwork
Date
Unknown
Materials
Iron
Measurements
35 x 65 mm; 460 mm (Length)
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 16696.3
Summary
Tongs from a set of four fire-irons and stand. Tongs have two square section arms ending in flattened, splayed points. The tops of the arms are hinged together on a circular fitting. A short section of shaft joining the hinge to a ball shape at the end, pierced with a hanging ring.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.