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Saltcellar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a clear glass object titled "Saltcellar" by artist "Lino Tagliapietra". The object is a rounded bowl with a wide mouth. The glass appears transparent and reflects light. The bowl has an irregular wavy pattern on its exterior surface. The base of the bowl is thicker than the rest. The interior surface appears smooth. A shadow is cast to the right of the bowl. The background is white with a gradient that darkens at the top.

Artwork Details

Date
1780–1825
Medium
Blown pattern-molded lead glass
Culture
American
Dimensions
599 × 528 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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