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Narragansett Salt Cellar and Spoon

1884
made by

Gorham Manufacturing Company

(America, est. 1831)
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Culture
America, Rhode Island, Providence, 19th century
Medium
handwrought sterling silver, partially gilt
Measurements
Overall: 2.8 x 12.3 x 6.1 cm (1 1/8 x 4 13/16 x 2 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of the Trideca Society 2000.14
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Description

This small salt dish and spoon reflect the late 19th-century interest in incorporating naturalistic details into the design of useful pieces-in this instance probably inspired by Japanese examples.

Narragansett Salt Cellar and Spoon

1884

Gorham Manufacturing Company

(America, est. 1831)
America, Rhode Island, Providence, 19th century

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