CRUETS
EVERYTHING COMES BACK TO USE IN ' ‘ ' TIME ’ * A. recent revival is that of the cruet .stand, without'which no Victorian dinner table was complete—or,' indeed, luncheon or breakfast table. The ordinary ones, of decorated silver or plate, had four compartments for bottles holding pepper, mustard, vinegar, and ketchup. But many had six bottles offering in addition, sauce, olive oil, and red pepper.' When they went out of fashion their place was taken by various bottles and little objects that had to stand about separately or gathered on a round plate. Now, once more, the practicality of the cruet, which can he lifted by its handle aiid counted upon to catch drippings, has made itself felt. Americans are collecting Victorian specimens, so it is time to get them out again. If you are lucky enough to have such a thing tucked away on a top shelly clean it up, put it on your dinner table, and enjoy the, envy of your bestinformed guests.
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Evening Star, Issue 22026, 11 May 1935, Page 25
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162CRUETS Evening Star, Issue 22026, 11 May 1935, Page 25
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