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Salt

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image features a small, ornate glass container titled "Salt" by an unknown artist. The container has a square base with rounded corners and a wide mouth. It sits on a short stand with four legs. The glass is clear and features an intricate design etched into its surface, including swirling patterns and oval shapes. The container's edges are scalloped. The background of the image is a plain surface, likely a table or countertop, with a shadow cast to the left of the container. The image is in black and white.

Artwork Details

Date
1830–45
Medium
Lacy pressed blue glass
Culture
American
Dimensions
599 × 522 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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