Sugar Tongs
Dateca. 1795
Maker
Joseph Richardson Jr.
1752 - 1831
MediumSilver
DimensionsOL: 6 ¼”
Credit LineBequest of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Hennage
Object number2020-257
DescriptionSilver sugar or tea tongs: Twist handle bow-shaped tongs with broad, tapering arms and oval grips stamped with shell drops. Plain bow marked once inside in relief “J R” with pellet between. Tapered twist handles engraved on both sides with bright-cut oval reserves, pendant drops, and panels; note that reserves do not appear to have been monogramed.Mark(s)Plain bow marked once inside in relief “J R” with pellet between
ca. 1740-1760
ca. 1790
