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Pickle jar

Challinor, Taylor and Company

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The object in the image is titled "Pickle jar" by Challinor, Taylor and Company. The jar is made of glass and has a cylindrical shape with a rounded lid. The glass is predominantly clear but has swirls of dark red, black, and white. The jar is surrounded by a metal frame that has a handle on top. The frame is made of silver-colored metal and features ornate designs, including flowers and foliage. The frame has a rectangular section at the top with a raised design, and two curved arms that extend down to the base of the jar. The base of the frame is wide and flat, with a decorative edge. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
1870–90
Medium
Pressed purple marble glass, metal
Culture
American
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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