A rare 19th c. table salt cellar in original unfinished surface.
 
Constructed from a small block of lathe turned maple wood with a profile consisting of a step turned footed base with an ogee shaped stem supporting a bowl with a generous sized lip. The base displays beautifully written script in pencil stating: "Present Jan 20, 1853 From Friend".
 
Masterfully turned as evident by its size. Hand written cursive script with attention to detail denotes special care as a gift from one person to another. A wonderful piece of treenware and iconic example of early New England crafstmanship.
 
New england origin. Ca. 1830-1853. 1 1/4"T