GI-49

Object NameFlask

Made FromGlass

Dateabout 1846-about 1848

Place MadeUnited States

TechniqueMold-blown

SizeOverall H: 17.2 cm, W: 12 cm, D: Diam (max):

Accession Number60.4.53

Curatorial Area(s)

Modern

On ViewThe Jerome and Lucille Strauss Study Gallery

Physical DescriptionAqua glass; mold-blown; plain lip, pontil mark. Obverse: Washington, classical profile bust with queue tied with three ribbons, facing left. Similar to GI-38. Reverse: Taylor profile bust in uniform, five buttons on coat, facing left. Similar to GI-38, bust slightly narrower. Inscription: "WASHINGTON" in semi-circle above bust; reverse - "GEN. Z. TAYLOR" in semi-circle above bust. Edges: smooth.
Provenance

Source McKearin Antiques