flask
Object NameFlask
Pattern Number
- GI-23
Maker
Baltimore Glass Works
Made FromGlass
Dateabout 1832-1844
Place MadeUnited States
TechniqueBlown-molded
SizeOverall H: 21.3 cm, W: 14.2 cm, D: Diam (max):
Accession Number60.4.24
Curatorial Area(s)
On ViewThe Jerome and Lucille Strauss Study Gallery
Physical DescriptionLight green glass; blown-molded; plain lip, pontil mark. Obverse: classical bust of Washington facing right. Reverse: classical bust facing right, thought to be Henry Clay. Similar to GI-22 but hair different. Inscription: no inscription above bust of Washington. Reverse: "BALTIMORE X GLASS. WOKS." The "r" in works is omitted. Edges: heavy vertical medial rib with narrow rib on each side and two narrow ribs forming outer edge of each panel.Provenance
Source
McKearin Antiques
