GI-50

Object NameFlask

Made FromGlass, Cork

Dateabout 1846-about 1848

Place MadeUnited States

TechniqueMold-blown

SizeOverall H: 17 cm, W: 11.9 cm, D: Diam (max):

Accession Number60.4.54

Curatorial Area(s)

Modern

Exhibitions

American Historical Flasks

On ViewThe Jerome and Lucille Strauss Study Gallery

Physical DescriptionGreen glass; mold-blown; plain lip, pontil mark. Obverse: Washington, classical profile bust with queue, facing left. Narrow band of toga showing. Similar to GI-38. Reverse: Taylor profile bust in uniform, five buttons on coat, facing left. Similar to GI-49. Inscription: "WASHINGTON" in semi-circle below bust; reverse - "G.Z. TAYLOR" in semi-circle below bust. Edges: smooth.
Provenance

Source McKearin Antiques