Tongs Collection (page 2)

Surgical instruments, located at the National Archaeological Museum in Naples. Naples National Archaeological Museum. Date of Photograph:1879-1910

Area reserved for tanning leather in the Pedani Tannery. Italy Pedani Tannery. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

Relief of Roman era with the workshop of the blacksmith, exhibited in Rome at the Mostra Augustea of 1937-1938 in the Archaeological Museum in Aquileia Rome Palazzo delle Esposizioni Low Relief

A Pillar in the Tomb of the Reliefs at the Necropolis of Banditaccia, Cerveteri, Rome Cerveteri Pilaster Etruscan Art and Civilization, Italy, Europe, Ancient Civilization

Medieval comedian playing bellows and tongs
Vignette of a comedian holding bellows and tongs as if playing a fiddle, 14th century manuscript. Handcoloured lithograph by Joseph Strutt from his own Sports and Pastimes of the People of England

Examples of 18th century bandages, tongs and sutures
Examples of 18th century bandages 1, bec-de-corbin tongs 2, bec-de-canne tongs 4, bullet-remover tongs 4, and various sutures 5-11

Sadiron; tongs; skimmer, fork; trivets and copper chopping-dish, c18th century, (1937)
One sadiron; one charcoal tongs; ladies, skimmer, and fork; two trivets; copper chopping-dish, c18th century, (1937). From " History of American Costume - Book One 1607-1800"

Fire companion set
Chromed metal fire tongs with a thistle-shaped knop, from an Ianthe fire companion set, made in England c.1930. Date: c.1930-1939

Stone relic of Hephaistos, Roman Smith-God, Turkey, 20th century. Hephaestus is the Greek god of blacksmiths, his Roman equivalent is Vulcan

Interior of the old workshop at Hellebæk, 1859. Creator: Constantin Hansen
Interior of the old workshop at Hellebaek, 1859

In Greek mythology, Hephaestus was the god of fire, and blacksmith and craftsman to the gods. Romans associated him with Vulcan

White Star Line, asparagus tongs and tea strainer
White Star Line, First Class silver plated asparagus tongs and Cunard White Star plated tea strainer

White Star Line - assorted silver plated cutlery
White Star Line - assorted silver plated flatware cutlery (all marked). One fish knife, two table knives, one fish fork, two table forks, one table knife, one fork (fruit or cake), one sugar tongs

White Star Line - Elkington plate asparagus tongs. Date: early 20th century

White Star Line - Elkington sugar bowl and tongs
White Star Line - Elkington plate First Class sugar bowl and tongs

Illustration of Wedding presents, from Mappin and Webb
Wedding presents, from Mappin and Webb. Illustration showing, clock with barometer, tongs, serving dish and sauce boat, silver vase, and butter dish

Masonry and sculpture tools and equipment
Italian Masonry and sculpture tools and equipment on display Date: circa 1920s

A French barber puts his male client's hair into curling papers Date: 1840

Madonna and Child, St. Agatha and St. Agnes
3359342 Madonna and Child, St. Agatha and St. Agnes by Zaganelli di Bosio, Francesco (c.1470-1531); Galleria Colonna, Rome, Italy

Saint Eligius in his workshop (oil on panel)
471557 Saint Eligius in his workshop (oil on panel) by Francken or Franck, Ambrosius the Elder (1544-1618); 260x89 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

The Genius of Shakespeare, published in 1888 (chromo litho)
XND70426 The Genius of Shakespeare, published in 1888 (chromo litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Daniel Anastazia, blacksmiths helper, Rock Island R. R. Blue Island, Ill. 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
Daniel Anastazia, blacksmiths helper, Rock Island R.R. Blue Island, Ill

Tongs, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mildred Ford
Tongs, 1935/1942

A Wife Beating her Husband (oil on panel)
RAF81405 A Wife Beating her Husband (oil on panel) by Molenaer, Bartholomeus (1612-50); 24x17 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Rafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; Dutch, out of copyright

Blacksmiths Tongs, c. 1942. Creator: Orison Daeda
Blacksmiths Tongs, c. 1942

The Actors Fujikawa Heikuro as Masamune and Matsushima Kichisaburo as Rai Kunitsugu in the... 1746
The Actors Fujikawa Heikuro as Masamune and Matsushima Kichisaburo as Rai Kunitsugu in the play "Shin Usuyuki Monogatari, " performed at the Nakamura Theater in the sixth month, 1746, 1746

Silver Sugar Bowl and Tongs, c. 1936. Creator: Margaret Stottlemeyer
Silver Sugar Bowl and Tongs, c. 1936

Oven, c. 1937. Creator: Arthur Stewart
Oven, c. 1937

Sugar Tongs, 1766 / 69. Creator: Simeon Coley
Sugar Tongs, 1766/69

Tea Tongs, 1785 / 1800. Creator: John D. Germon
Tea Tongs, 1785/1800

Sugar Tongs, 1785 / 91. Creators: Joseph Richardson, Nathaniel Richardson
Sugar Tongs, 1785/91

Sugar Tongs, 1741 / 75. Creator: John Tanner
Sugar Tongs, 1741/75

Tongs, 1779 / 86. Creator: John Murdock
Tongs, 1779/86

Sugar Tongs, 1835 / 40. Creator: Abraham Voorhees
Sugar Tongs, 1835/40

Fireplace Tongs, c. 1941. Creator: Paul Poffinbarger
Fireplace Tongs, c. 1941

Tongs, 1938. Creator: Stanley Mazur
Tongs, 1938

Fire Tongs, Shovel, and Jamb Hooks, c. 1936. Creator: Hans Korsch
Fire Tongs, Shovel, and Jamb Hooks, c. 1936

Tongs and Shovel, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Hans Korsch
Tongs and Shovel, 1935/1942

Fire Shovel and Tongs, c. 1937. Creator: Hans Korsch
Fire Shovel and Tongs, c. 1937

Fire Tongs, Shovel, and Jamb Hooks, c. 1937. Creator: Hans Korsch
Fire Tongs, Shovel, and Jamb Hooks, c. 1937

Fire Tongs and Shovel, c. 1937. Creator: Hans Korsch
Fire Tongs and Shovel, c. 1937

Fire Tools, c. 1937. Creator: Hans Korsch
Fire Tools, c. 1937

Fire Shovel and Tongs, c. 1936. Creator: Hans Korsch
Fire Shovel and Tongs, c. 1936

Fire Tongs and Shovel, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Hans Korsch
Fire Tongs and Shovel, 1935/1942

Wood Box, c. 1936. Creator: Lawrence Foster
Wood Box, c. 1936

Tongs, c. 1937. Creator: Samuel Fineman
Tongs, c. 1937

Sugar Cutter, c. 1939. Creator: Edward L Loper
Sugar Cutter, c. 1939

Loaf Sugar Cutter, c. 1942. Creator: Thomas Dooley
Loaf Sugar Cutter, c. 1942

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"Tongs: A Multifunctional Tool Spanning Time and Continents" From the bustling streets of Istanbul, Turkey to the elegant Victorian era in Europe, they have played a significant role in various aspects of life. These versatile tools have found their place in doner kebab cooking, where skilled chefs expertly use them to flip and turn succulent meat on open flames. In 1896, an advertisement for Goldsmiths & Silversmiths showcased exquisite Victorian items including can openers and skewers - highlighting the diverse applications beyond culinary uses. Meanwhile, a barber's shop with monkeys and cats added a touch of whimsy as barbers skillfully wielded tongs to style hair or trim beards. The year 1937 saw Harrods proudly presenting their silverware collection through an enticing advert. Amongst these gleaming treasures were tea strainers and asparagus tongs from Elkington plate - demonstrating how even delicate tasks could be elegantly accomplished with this simple yet essential tool. Not only limited to domestic settings, it also found their way onto luxury liners like the White Star Line. Asparagus tongs made by Elkington Plate adorned dining tables alongside assorted silver-plated cutlery sets while sugar bowls were accompanied by matching tongs - ensuring refined service for passengers aboard these grand vessels. Beyond fine dining experiences, Mappin and Webb illustrated how wedding presents could include practical yet beautiful items such as intricately designed serving tongs. These gifts symbolized both functionality and elegance that would accompany couples throughout their married lives. Tong's versatility extended beyond household utensils; they also served masonry and sculpture professionals who relied on specialized tong-like tools for shaping stone or manipulating clay. Their sturdy grip allowed artisans to bring intricate visions to life while ensuring precision in every stroke.