Lozenge-shaped porcelain saltcellar. Enameled border around rim of flowers and butterflies on metallic gold ground. Enameled C-scrolls encircle central scene of three seated figures.
saltcellars
enameling
painting (coating)
porcelain
Chinese export
medallions (ornament areas)
rose (genus)
Vessel, Condiment
Dish, Salt
Saltcellar
Rose Medallion
Chinese Export
Saltcellar
Unknown
China
3/4 x 3 3/4 x 2 3/4 (HxWxD) (inches)
Gift of Mr. Thomas M. Hill, Jr.
1990.299.57
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