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Collection Highlights

Armchair
1785-1789
1916.7
Mahogany; pine, poplar
Related Person: George Washington

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Salt

Salt
Object name 
Salt
Date 
ca. 1830-1840
Medium 
Glass
Dimensions 
Overall: 2 1/8 x 3 1/2 x 1 3/4 in. ( 5.4 x 8.9 x 4.4 cm )
Description 
Opaque amethyst and white pressed lead glass salt; rectangular with two handles formed like shells; four sides decorated with branches of leaves and berries; rectangular fluted foot.
Object Number 
INV.13251
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.