Vintage 1920s Mappin & Webb Silver Plate Bushel Basket Salt Cellar By the Chimney with Care A 19th century French copper

A 19th century French copper beer funnel made for the cellar

plus Steven Raichlen’s proven tips

The finely made wooden exterior opens to reveal a thoughtfully arranged interior

It is a singular piece that blends utility with the charm of early decorative craft

Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2012: USA Winner

Vintage 1920s Mappin & Webb Silver Plate Bushel Basket Salt Cellar By the Chimney with Care A 19th century French copperCrafted by the esteemed English silversmith Mappin & Webb, this century old silver plated bushel basket salt cellar and reflects the thoughtful attention once given to every detail of the dining table. The woven basket design demonstrates the precision of early twentieth century silversmithing, transforming an everyday necessity into a charming decorative accent.