Flask, 1847-1852
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Glass factories in America began producing inexpensive, mold-formed flasks in the early 1800s. These figured flasks, often decorated with symbols of national pride, appealed to America's common man. This flask paid homage to Mexican War hero General Zachary Taylor. His order to fire more "grape" (artillery rounds) during battle found its way onto this flask. "Grape" also alluded to the alcoholic content of the flask.
Glass factories in America began producing inexpensive, mold-formed flasks in the early 1800s. These figured flasks, often decorated with symbols of national pride, appealed to America's common man. This flask paid homage to Mexican War hero General Zachary Taylor. His order to fire more "grape" (artillery rounds) during battle found its way onto this flask. "Grape" also alluded to the alcoholic content of the flask.
Artifact
Flask (Bottle)
Date Made
1847-1852
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
Creator Notes
Attributed to Baltimore Glass Works.
Keywords
Collection Title
On Exhibit
at Greenfield Village in Davidson-Gerson Gallery of Glass
Object ID
60.10.59
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Mold-blown glass
Technique
Glassblowing
Blow molding
Color
Amber (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 7.125 in
Width: 4.375 in
Length: 2 in
Weight: 13.3 oz
Inscriptions
pressed on front: GENL TAYLOR NEVER SURRENDERS pressed on back: A LITTLE MORE GRAPE
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