Flask, 1820-1829
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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 traditional symbols representing America -- the image of an eagle on one side and Columbia wearing a liberty cap on the other.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Flask (Bottle)
Date Made
1820-1829
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made for the Union Glass Company by the Union Glass Works.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.3.12632
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Mold-blown glass
Technique
Blow molding
Color
Aqua (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 7 in
Width: 4.25 in
Length: 1.5 in
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