Salt Cellar 1762 - 1770

Johann Fredrich Lück's "Salt Cellar" (1762-1770) is a porcelain figurine of a man seated on a large, intricately designed shell. The man, dressed in 18th-century attire, holds a small sprig of flowers in his left hand and extends his right hand towards the viewer. The shell, decorated with purple and gold accents, serves as a salt cellar. This humorous and detailed piece exemplifies the Rococo style, popular in Europe during the 18th century, characterized by its playful and asymmetrical designs. The piece is currently housed in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, offering a fascinating glimpse into the art and culture of the Rococo era.