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Saltcellar

Providence Flint Glass Works

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Saltcellar by Providence Flint Glass Works: A clear glass object with a wide, short body, three feet, and a wavy rim. The body has a floral design with leaves and a feather-like pattern in the center. The three feet are ornate and curled. The object has a scalloped edge around the top. The background is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
1831–35
Medium:
Lacy pressed glass
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 420 px
Museum record:
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