Maker
Gorham Manufacturing CompanyProvidence, Rhode Island, founded 1831
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Sugar Tongs
Datec. 1870–1875
Made inProvidence, Rhode Island, United States
MediumSilver
Dimensions6 1/2 × 2 1/8 in. (16.5 × 5.5 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Dr. William P. Hood, Jr.
Object numberB.2002.35
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Metals Study Room
On view
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Department
Bayou BendObject Type
ProvenanceDr. William P. Hood, Jr., Houston; given to MFAH, 2002.
Exhibition History"Egyptomania," The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, March 18–August 5, 2012.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Three standard Gorham marks and "STERLING" on the inside of arm.
Monogram in script at top: "HAL" (?)
Monogram in script at top: "HAL" (?)
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