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Saltcellar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows the silver object titled "Saltcellar". The object is a large, wide bowl with a short stem and a flat base. The bowl is wider than it is tall. The bowl and stem are made from shiny silver metal. The base of the object is a square with slightly rounded corners. The object appears to be made of metal, likely silver, and has a reflective surface with visible scratches and marks. The object has a smooth, curved interior surface. The object sits on a plain background.

Artwork details

Date:
1800–1830
Medium:
Earthenware, lusterware
Culture:
British (American market)
Dimensions:
485 × 625 px
Museum record:
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