Collection Highlights
Mrs. Charles Walsh (nee Blood) dressed for the Vanderbilt costume ball, March 26, 1883
Date:
March 26, 1883
Object Number:
PR.223.3.35.1
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Salt and napkin ring
Object Number:
1953.568a
Date:
1875-1925
Medium:
Glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/4 x 4 3/4 x 4 in. ( 13.3 x 12.1 x 10.2 cm )
Description:
Amber pressed glass table accessory consisting of bird with circular depression in back (for salt) atop a ring mounted on a domed base with faceted diamond and teardrop patterning; attached to side of base is a horizontal disk with tenon at center to which a small pepper shaker (1953.568b) may be secured.
Credit Line:
Gift of Clarence G. Michalis
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
