Antique early 20th century wood brass and porcelain salt cellar in shape of a bucket. This exquisite little item oozes charm. Made from a high end wood, probably mahogany, with brass bands and handles fitted with a white porcelain jar. All hand made with a lovely aged patina. Great collectors gift for a treen lover.
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The history of treen is linked to the use of wood to make household items before the rise of metal and plastic. The word "treen" comes from the Old English word trēowen, which means "of the tree". Or a collector of salts interesting small items etc 4 cm tall 6 cm round
The history of salt holders includes the use of salt cellars in ancient Rome, the rise of salt shakers in the 20th century, and the use of smelling salts in the 19th and 20th centuries.
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Salt cellars
Salt cellars were used in ancient Rome and continued to be used until the 20th century.
In the Middle Ages, salt cellars were placed in front of the most important person at a feast to indicate their social standing.
Salt cellars were kept near the stove for easy access while cooking.
Salt cellars were often made of silver and came with glass liners to protect the metal from corrosion.
Salt cellars were also known as salt boxes or salt pigs.
Salt shakers
Salt shakers became more common after the introduction of anti-caking agents in 1911.
Salt shakers are often sold in matched sets.
Salt shakers can be simple glass containers or more ornate works of art.
Salt shakers can be designed to represent specific occasions or holidays.
Smelling salts
Smelling salts were stored in glass bottles from the late 19th century to the early 20th century.
Women carried their smelling salts in decorative containers called vinaigrettes.
Lavender was a popular scent for smelling salts.