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German Rococo Silver Salt Cellars
- These late 18th-century German silver salt cellars are the epitome of Rococo opulence
- Their trefoil forms are beautifully embellished with foliate and classical motifs
- Grinning satyrs covered by acanthus leaves form the delightful legs of each cellar
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$7,450
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31-9226
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Description
These four fantastic silver salt cellars are the epitome of Rococo opulence. Crafted in Germany in the late 18th century, their trefoil forms are intricately embellished with foliate and classical motifs, including the grinning satyrs covered with acanthus leaves that form the legs of each cellar. Almost entirely covered in swirling flora and fauna designs, these cellars would have made the perfect Rococo accents for any elaborate feast.
Late 18th century
Each: 2. . .
Late 18th century
Each: 2. . .
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These four fantastic silver salt cellars are the epitome of Rococo opulence. Crafted in Germany in the late 18th century, their trefoil forms are intricately embellished with foliate and classical motifs, including the grinning satyrs covered with acanthus leaves that form the legs of each cellar. Almost entirely covered in swirling flora and fauna designs, these cellars would have made the perfect Rococo accents for any elaborate feast.
Late 18th century
Each: 2 1/8" high x 4" wide x 4 1/4" deep
Late 18th century
Each: 2 1/8" high x 4" wide x 4 1/4" deep
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Specifications
| Period: | 18th Century |
| Origin: | Continental |
| Type: | Cruets/Salts |
| Depth: | 4.25 in. (10.8 cm) |
| Width: | 4.0 in. (10.16 cm) |
| Height: | 2.13 in. (5.4 cm) |
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