Salt 1780 - 1795

"Salt" is a small, silver, three-legged salt cellar by David Tyler, a silversmith active in England from 1760 to 1804. Crafted between 1780-1795, this delicate piece is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection. The diminutive size and elegant form reflect the refined tastes of the late 18th-century, typical of the Neoclassical style. Its simple, yet elegant, design makes it a valuable example of 18th-century English silverwork.