Sugar Tongs 1750 - 1760

"Sugar Tongs" is a silver work of art crafted by Thomas Skinner in the mid-18th century. This piece, now held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, exemplifies the delicate and functional design of silver objects in the Rococo era. The tongs are adorned with a shell-shaped finial and a central circular motif, demonstrating the ornate details characteristic of this period. This piece is a testament to Skinner's skill as a silversmith and provides a glimpse into the refinement of 18th-century dining practices.