Saltshaker, 1875-1880
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Artifact Overview
Glassmakers from around the world, including forty-seven American firms, mounted exhibitions at the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. Gillinder and Sons of Philadelphia constructed an entire working factory. Visitors could watch Gillinder craftsmen blow, press, engrave, and cut glass souvenirs celebrating the 100th anniversary of American independence. This salt shaker embodies an icon of national freedom, the Liberty Bell.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Saltshaker
Date Made
1875-1880
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
28.249.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Pressed glass
Metal
Color
Colorless
Dimensions
Height: 3.5 in
Diameter: 2.75 in
Inscriptions
pressed on bottom:
1776 Liberty 1876
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