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Salt, Pepper and Mustard Cruet

Artist (French, 1725 - 1789)
CultureFrench
Datec. 1735-40
MediumSoft-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels
MarkingsMark: Hunting horn in red enamel
DescriptionDecorated with a variation on Japanese Kakiemon flowers, this refined container demonstrates the emergence of new vessel forms in the 18th century, including purpose-specific serving dishes for savoury foods and condiments. The cruet has containers for salt, pepper and mustard, which were essential ingredients on the table, especially for the making of a well-balanced salad according to cooks and authors of the period. In addition, salt was a vital commodity, not only as a flavor enhancer but for preserving foods.
Credit LineGift of Stephen Brown
Object numberG19.10.1
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
French Porcelain
Status
Not on view
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