Vase, 1845-1860

THF168769 / Vase, 1845-1860
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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Vase

Date Made

1845-1860

Location

at Greenfield Village in Davidson-Gerson Gallery of Glass

Object ID

00.4.4772

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Glass (Material)
Pressed glass

Color

Cobalt blue (Color)
White (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 10 in
Diameter: 5.5 in
Weight: 2.25 lb

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