Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
The original use would have been for salt but due to the good capacity, the tubs lend themselves to a variety of table uses, such as mint sauce, cranberry, mayonnaise or parmesan. Beautiful pieces, collectable, practical and decorative. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £12.00 UK
£20.00 Europe
£26.00 Rest of the World
Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, breaks or splits.
Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.
Date :- London 1792.
Maker :- Henry Chawner
Height :- 7.8 cms.
Depth :- 5.5 cms.
Width :- 13.8
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
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