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Salt

Benjamin Halsted

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a silver bowl titled 'Salt' by Benjamin Halsted. The bowl has a rounded body with a wide mouth and a decorative rim. It features three legs, each ending in a flared foot resembling a shell or flower. The legs are attached to the body with decorative elements. The bowl appears to be made of silver or silver-plated metal, showing some tarnish. It is set against a plain gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1760–80
Medium
Silver
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 501 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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