Flask, 1857-1869

Summary

Glass factories in America began producing inexpensive, mold-formed flasks in the early 1800s. These figured flasks, often decorated with symbols of national pride or political or cultural affiliation, appealed to America's common man. Many flasks, like this one, contain images of an eagle -- a traditional symbol for America.

Glass factories in America began producing inexpensive, mold-formed flasks in the early 1800s. These figured flasks, often decorated with symbols of national pride or political or cultural affiliation, appealed to America's common man. Many flasks, like this one, contain images of an eagle -- a traditional symbol for America.

Artifact

Flask (Bottle)

Date Made

1857-1869

 On Exhibit

at Greenfield Village in Davidson-Gerson Gallery of Glass

Object ID

60.10.25

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Glass (Material)
Blown glass
Mold-blown glass

Technique

Glassblowing
Blow molding

Color

Emerald (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 8.125 in

Width: 3.75 in

Length: 2.0 in

Weight: 11.1 oz

Inscriptions

pressed on front: RAVENNA GLASS COMPANY

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