VINAIGRETTE
Creator(s): Unknown
Currently in storage
About this object
The tightly curled horn is very light in color. On the front is a silver shield with a monogram. The silver cover is elaborately worked with thistles in repousse and is set with a faceted yellow stone. At the back is a globe where the hinge functions. Inside is a plain silver cover with holes. There is a chain with a ring for carrying on the finger that is attached to the cover.
- Object name:
- VINAIGRETTE
- Made from:
- Horn -- silver -- stone
- Made in:
- SCOTLAND
- Date made:
- 19th c.
- Size:
- 6 cm (2 3/8 in.)
Detailed information for this item
- Catalog number:
- 36.99
- Class:
- HORN
- Signature marks:
- MONOGRAM on front: T
- Credit line:
- Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973