Antique Silver Bird-Shaped Salt Cellar Charming antique silver salt cellar modelled as a small bird, finely detailed with realistically rendered plumage, wings, head and tail. The body is hollow and fitted with a hinged opening to the underside, allowing the piece to be filled with salt. Its compact zoomorphic design and carefully worked feather decoration give the piece considerable character and decorative appeal. The salt cellar does not bear visible hallmarks; however, the metal has been professionally tested and confirmed as silver. Material: Silver, professionally tested Form: Bird Function: Salt cellar Decoration: Finely modelled and chased feather detail Marks: Apparently unmarked Period: Probably late 19th / early 20th century Height: 3.0cm Weight: 31.69g Condition: Antique condition with surface wear and natural patina consistent with age and use.