SUGAR TONGS
18th century
Medium
Of scissor form with handles composed of "S" scrolls & rings, the boss nscribed W.A.G.
Measurements
12.5cm
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Bequest of Mrs Hilda Lampe, 1978
Gallery location
Not on display
Artwork Details
Accession Number
D67-1978
Department
International Decorative Arts
This digital record has been made available on NGV Collection Online through the generous support of Digitisation Champion Ms Carol Grigor through Metal Manufactures Limited
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