Collection Highlights
The Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and the Bahama Islands
Date:
Object Number:
LIB.QH41.C26.1974
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Salt Cellar
Object Number:
1953.615
Date:
1875-1900
Medium:
Glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/4 x 3 1/8 x 1 1/2 in. ( 3.2 x 7.9 x 3.8 cm )
Description:
Blue pressed lead glass salt in the form of a dog pulling a rectangular cart without wheels.
Gallery Label:
This salt was first made by Central Glass Co., but was widely reproduced by other factories (see publications).
Credit Line:
Gift of Clarence G. Michalis
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
