Flask, 1857-1869
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Artifact Overview
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 Details
Artifact
Flask (Bottle)
Date Made
1857-1869
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
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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