Flask, 1835-1845
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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 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
1835-1845
On Exhibit
at Greenfield Village in Davidson-Gerson Gallery of Glass
Object ID
76.40.11
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mr. Preston R. Bassett.
Material
Glass (Material)
Color
Blue
Dimensions
Height: 6.5 in
Width: 4.5 in
Length: 2.25 in
Weight: 9.9 oz
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