A French Push-Top Salt Cellar with an etched glass body and a silver-mounted lid and base. The lid is operated by a spring-loaded push plunger, designed to open the base for dispensing the contents. The glass is decorated with frosted floral designs, giving a soft, decorative contrast.
The silver mount at the shoulder is finished with a beaded rim that frames the top neatly. A silver foot with a leaf-and-scroll border adds weight and a distinctly decorative finish. This type of covered salt was made to keep salt dry and presentable between courses – circa 1920.
* It sits beautifully among other antique dining accessories, from mustards to cruets.
Measurements:
Height: 4 1/4" (approx. 11cm)
Diameter of base: 1 1/2" (approx. 4cm)
Total weight: 135g
In good condition – The item presents well overall, with only light surface wear to the silver consistent with age and handling. There are no chips or cracks to the glass. The mechanism is fully functional.
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