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Saltcellar

Saltcellar
Object name 
Saltcellar
Date 
1875-1900
Medium 
Silver plate
Dimensions 
Overall: 2 x 2 in. ( 5.1 x 5.1 cm )
Description 
Cast electroplated silver saltcellar; circular, bowl-shaped body, with sides curved in to a plain, vertical rim; body engraved with arches and scroll motifs and the initials, "E R L" in script; applied to plain tripod base; no maker's mark.
Credit Line 
Bequest of Goodhue Livingston
Object Number 
INV.14071b
Marks 
engraved: front center: "E R L" in script
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.