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Saltcellar

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1800-1830

GUSN

GUSN-27345

Description

Pearlware saltcellar. Round bowl on stemmed foot. Blue, molded band around mid-section. The bowl is cracked with a chip missing.

Details

Descriptive Terms

saltcellars
earthenware
glazing (coating)
pearlware
molding (forming)
Vessel, Condiment
Dish, Salt
Saltcellar
Saltcellar

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

England

Dimensions

2 (H), 2.75 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Louise C. Baxter

Accession Number

1916.96

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