Ice Tongs

Maker Gorham Manufacturing Company (American, founded 1831)

Datec. 1870

MediumSterling silver

DimensionsOverall: 12 1/4in. (31.1cm)

ClassificationsCULINARY ARTIFACTS

Credit LineMuseum Purchase, in part with funds, by exchange from Mrs. Helen O. Waterbury in memory of Carl A. Waterbury

Object number2003.3

DescriptionThe stem/handles formed as two harpoons entwined with rope; one ending in a fork, the other ending in a spoon with pierced, stylized leaf pattern. Cast polar bear finial.

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