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1930

  • Work on this object began.

1939

  • Work on this object ended.

1991

  • We acquired this object.

2015

2024

  • You found it!

Salt Shaker (USA)

This is a salt shaker. It is dated 1930–39 and we acquired it in 1991. Its medium is red and black glazed ceramic. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Mel Byars. It is credited Gift of Mel Byars.

Cite this object as

Salt Shaker (USA); red and black glazed ceramic; Gift of Mel Byars; 1991-59-4

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