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Salt

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a small, ornate metal container with a scalloped edge on top. The container is square-shaped with a wide mouth and four short legs. The exterior features intricate designs, including swirling patterns and textured details, possibly in a floral or organic motif. The image is in black and white, and the container appears to be made of metal, possibly silver or another reflective material, with a dark patina. The title of the image is "Salt" by an unspecified artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1835–45
Medium
Lacy pressed glass
Culture
American
Dimensions
599 × 522 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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