Two saltcellars

British

mid-18th century

Not on view

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Title: Two saltcellars
Date: mid-18th century
Culture: British
Medium: Silver, gilt on upper surface
Dimensions: each: 3 1/2 × 4 in. (8.9 × 10.2 cm)
Classification: Metalwork-Silver
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1913
Object Number: 13.42.40a, b
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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