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Artisan Antiques has dated these Antique Silver Asparagus Tongs to the Georgian era.
A noteworthy crest is present on the end of the handle with it bearing the crest of Leveson-Gower ('wolf statant collared and chained') and the other crest for the Sutherland Clan, described as a 'cat-a-mountain salient'.
The tongs were eventually discovered at Dunrobin Castle which is situated in Sutherland (Highland area of Scottland), and was/is a very ornate and extravagant castle that is still standing today.
During the period this piece was made, the 1st Duke of Sutherland, George Granville Leveson-Gower owned extensive land which eventually resulted in him being one of the wealthiest individuals in Britain to such an extent that titles and speculation such as "The Leviathan of Wealth" and "the richest man that ever died" came about to be associated with him.
Leveson-Gower (1st Duke) and his wife spent a great deal renovating Dunrobin Castle as their family seat and he eventually passed away there.
Supposedly, these tongs were stored away and not discovered for a long period as they were fairly recently discovered in the attic of Dunrobin Castle and were eventually offered for sale in the Dunrobin Castle Attic Sale.
Due to the versatility of such wares, this pair would allow for an excellent and diverse range of usage whether be it with asparagus, bread slices, or creative choices of your preference in the modern era.
The tongs are fully hallmarked on the inside of the handle with clear English marks.
A wonderful pair with rich Aristocratic interest whilst serving a practical and useable purpose in the modern-day.
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SIZE
Size (mm) L:250mm W:17mm
Size (inches) L:9.84 W:0.59
Weight: 197 grams (6.9 oz)
CONDITION
Great Condition - The tongs are in great antique condition with no damage or issues. Please refer to the photographs to examine the condition in further detail.
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Artisan Antiques has dated these Antique Silver Asparagus Tongs to the Georgian era.
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Antique Solid Silver Georgian Asparagus Tongs, Leveson-gower/sutherland Crest - 1820
