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Silver Sugar Tongs, c. 1939. Creator: Kalamian Walton
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Silver Sugar Tongs, c. 1939. Creator: Kalamian Walton
Silver Sugar Tongs, c. 1939
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Graphite And Pen And Ink On Paper Kalamian Walton Silverware Sugar Tongs Tongs Tools Utensil Utensils Walton Kalamian Tableware
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This elegant and intricately designed Silver Sugar Tongs, created by American artist Kalamian Walton in the late 1930s, offers a captivating glimpse into the decorative arts of the 20th century. The image showcases a pair of silver sugar tongs, meticulously engraved with intricate geometric patterns and graceful curves. The artist's deft use of graphite and pen and ink on paper adds depth and texture to the design, highlighting the delicate details of the utensils. The Silver Sugar Tongs reflect the rich heritage of American silverware and tableware, which reached its zenith during the 1930s and 1940s. This period, sandwiched between the Great Depression and World War II, saw a renewed appreciation for the beauty and craftsmanship of decorative arts. The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., is the proud owner of this exquisite piece by Walton. The Gallery's Index of American Design, a comprehensive collection of American decorative arts from the colonial period to the 1940s, includes this pair of sugar tongs as a testament to the country's artistic legacy. The Silver Sugar Tongs are not only functional tools for the table, but also works of art in their own right. Their engraved surface, reflecting the artist's mastery of the medium, adds an element of sophistication and elegance to any setting. Whether displayed in a museum or used at the dinner table, these sugar tongs continue to captivate and inspire, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of American craftsmanship and design.
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