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Trencher Salt

Bartholomew Le Roux

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver-colored metal object, rounded and open at the top, wider at the top than the bottom. The outside has an intricate etched design. The object resembles a small bowl or cup. The background is light gray. The object could be described as a decorative piece, specifically "Trencher Salt" by Bartholomew Le Roux.

Artwork details

Date:
1690–1710
Medium:
Silver
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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