Footed vessel (saltcellar?) 1875 - 1900

This clear glass footed vessel, possibly a salt cellar, was made by Italian glassmaker Antonio Salviati between 1875 and 1900. This piece is a fine example of the elaborate glasswork that Salviati is known for. It is characterized by its intricate decorative details, including a wide rim with a series of applied glass "pearls," and a stemmed foot with a flared base. The piece is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.