Salt 1846

"Salt" is a silver salt cellar created in 1846 by the Baltimore silversmithing firm Samuel Kirk and Son. It is a simple, elegant design with a round, shallow bowl resting on a four-legged stand. The bowl features a beaded border and a decorative band of floral motifs, while the stand has a more geometric design. It's a fine example of American silverwork from the mid-19th century, demonstrating the company's focus on quality and craftsmanship, and the use of delicate ornamentation. This piece is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.