Sugar Tongs
Manufacturer
James Gaskins
(American, ca. 1761 - 1827)
CultureAmerican
Dateca. 1785
MediumSilver
DimensionsOverall: 6 in. (15.2 cm)
InscribedStamped with maker's mark: "J. Gaskins" on both arms of the tongs. Script monogram "J A F" in panel.
Credit LinePurchase, Norfolk Newspapers' Art Trust Fund
Object number68.11.8
Not on view
DescriptionSugar tongs decorated with brightcut and script monogram "J A F" in panel.Label TextJames Gaskins American, ca. 1761–1827 Sugar Tongs, ca. 1785 Silver Museum purchase, Norfolk Newspapers’ Art Trust Fund 68.11.8 Exhibition History"The Norfolk Rooms," Willoughby-Baylor House, Norfolk, VA, opened August 16, 2014.
