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Saltcellar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image displays Saltcellar by Hans- Saltcellar rectangular shape with a flat top with scalloped edge; raised floral and cross-hatching designs; four short feet. It is made of black glossy material, possibly ceramic or stone. The object has a glossy appearance, with visible cracks on the surface; two small feet on either side of the front. The background is a light-colored wall and a flat surface.

Artwork details

Date:
1830–40
Medium:
Lacy pressed blue glass
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 425 px
Museum record:
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