One of my favorite games to play is “Guess the function of a decorative arts object!” This Friday, I’ve included some of the most eccentric tableware pieces in the DMA’s silver collection, like this epic pickle jar, stand, and tongs!
James W. Tufts Co. (manufacturer), Pickle jar on stand with tongs, c. 1885, Dallas Museum of Art, gift of W.C. and Sally Estes in memory of Dr. and Mrs. T.G. Estes
Click on an image to uncover the unique purpose for which it was originally intended. Enjoy!
Reconstructed Dolphin Fresco in the Queens Rooms, Knossos
Knossos
Harry Stone Montessori Fourth-Sixth Grade Go van Gogh Program
Throne Room with reconstructed Griffin Fresco and original throne, Knossos
Knossos
Gail with DMA curators Sue Canterbury, Heather MacDonald, Roslyn Walker and Kevin Tucker.
A Fourth Grade Looking Journey Tour
House of the Head (ile ori), Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba peoples, late 19th to early 20th century
A Fourth Grade Looking Journey Tour
Pilar Wong
McDermott Intern for Community Teaching
Great selection – and I like the interactive element of “guessing” the function. It’s been awhile since I saw such an elaborate pickle jar…!
Thank you Samantha- glad to know you’re a pickle jar lover too!
Love the game! My favorite is the toast rack followed by the ice holder. Great job!
I’m glad you enjoyed it! I realized how empty my kitchen was after writing this post- must get a toaster rack!