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Silver Trencher Salt

c. 1936

Eugene La Foret

Associated Names

Eugene La Foret

Artist, American, 1884 - 1955

The image shows a silver bowl with ornate detailing, three sculpted feet, and a face design in relief on its side. The color palette is limited to shades of gray, giving a metallic appearance. The bowl is centrally positioned on a plain background, with ample space surrounding it.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 22.9 x 30.4 cm (9 x 11 15/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 2 1/2" in diameter
Accession Number

1943.8.13908

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Eugene La Foret

Wikidata ID

Q64560501

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