Collection Highlights
Geometrical Lathe-work Proof
Date:
Object Number:
PR.221.63
Medium:
Engraving
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Luce Center
Pepper shaker
Object Number:
INV.14520cd
Date:
ca. 1900
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/8 x 2 in. ( 13 x 5.1 cm )
Marks:
stamped: on the base: "925/STERLING/1000" and a crowned "B"
Description:
Wrought silver pepper shaker; pear-shaped body with a long narrow neck; body covered with foliate repoussé chasing; three, cast paw feet applied to the body with foliate trefoil knees; plain, applied band around the rim; high, domed cover with all over foliate repoussé chasing; upper half has circular pierce-work; small knob finial applied to the top; maker's mark on the base.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
