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Pepper Box

Moody Russell

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts the "Pepper Box" by Moody Russell. The object is silver, with a hexagonal body featuring flat sides and a flat base. A handle extends from the right side. The top has a dome shape with small holes throughout. The lid is attached to the body by a thin metal piece. Horizontal lines are present at the top and bottom of the body. The background of the image is gray, with the object casting a shadow on the left.

Artwork Details

Date
1720–35
Medium
Silver
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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