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Saltcellar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Clear glass goblet with a wide mouth and a narrow stem. The goblet has a wide, rounded body with a textured surface featuring small bumps and a diamond pattern. The stem is short and thick, connecting to a circular base. The goblet is titled "Saltcellar" by artist René Lalique.

Artwork details

Date:
1780–1825
Medium:
Blown pattern-molded lead glass
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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