flask

Object NameFlask

Pattern Number

GI-23

Maker Baltimore Glass Works

Made FromGlass

Dateabout 1832-1844

TechniqueBlown-molded

SizeOverall H: 21.3 cm, W: 14.2 cm, D: Diam (max):

Accession Number60.4.24

Curatorial Area(s)

Modern

Place Made

United States

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.
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