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Set of 12 Silver Swan Salt Cellars
Set of 12 Silver Swan Salt Cellars
Set of 12 Silver Swan Salt Cellars
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Set of 12 Silver Swan Salt Cellars

  • This exquisite set of 12 swan salt cellars combines elegance and functionality
  • The swans’ graceful heads and necks extend seamlessly into articulating wings and cut glass bases
  • The design is adorned with floral motifs
  • Historically, master salts such as these were a hallmark of opulence
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$2,500
Item No. 32-0217

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Set of 12 Silver Swan Salt Cellars
20th Century

This exquisite set of 12 swan salt cellars combines elegance and functionality, showcasing delicate silver craftsmanship paired with intricately cut glass. Complete with their original spoons, these cellars elevate any dining experience with their refined charm.

Historically, master salts such as these were a hallmark of opulence, gracing the finest dining tables as both functional and decorative items. The swans’ graceful heads and necks. . .
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Set of 12 Silver Swan Salt Cellars
20th Century

This exquisite set of 12 swan salt cellars combines elegance and functionality, showcasing delicate silver craftsmanship paired with intricately cut glass. Complete with their original spoons, these cellars elevate any dining experience with their refined charm.

Historically, master salts such as these were a hallmark of opulence, gracing the finest dining tables as both functional and decorative items. The swans’ graceful heads and necks extend seamlessly into articulating wings adorned with delicate floral motifs. These wings elegantly fold out, revealing the sparkling cut-glass dish. Additionally, this set was a part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.

Each: 3 1/4" high x 3" wide x 1 1/2" deep

Provenance:
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
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Set of 12 Silver Swan Salt Cellars
Period: 20th Century
Type: Cruets/Salts
Style: Art Nouveau
Depth: 1.5 in. (3.81 cm)
Width: 3.0 in. (7.62 cm)
Height: 3.25 in. (8.26 cm)
Set of 12 Silver Swan Salt Cellars
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