Standing Salt, 1800-1840
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Artifact Overview
Prior to the early 20th century, Americans would have put several small, open dishes filled with salt on their dining tables. These "salts" placed the necessary seasoning within easy reach of family and guests. In the early 1800s, pattern-molded or hand-blown "salts" became affordable to the general public from a growing number of regional American glass factories.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Salt (Condiment vessel)
Date Made
1800-1840
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.4.4853
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Blown glass
Technique
Glassblowing
Color
Aqua (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 3.125 in
Diameter: 2.375 in
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