Flask, 1828-1830
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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. Images of President John Quincy Adams adorned a few flasks in 1828 when he sought reelection. He lost to Andrew Jackson, whose likeness adorned many more flasks that year.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Flask (Bottle)
Date Made
1828-1830
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
at Greenfield Village in Davidson-Gerson Gallery of Glass
Object ID
60.10.8
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (material)
Mold-blown glass
Technique
Blow molding
Color
Aqua (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 7.0 in
Width: 4.25 in
Length: 2.75 in
Weight: 8.3 oz
Inscriptions
pressed on front:
JOHN Q. ADAMS
pressed on back:
J.T. & CO
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