GI-70
Object NameFlask
Made FromGlass
Dateabout 1824-about 1828
Place MadeUnited States
TechniqueMold-blown
SizeOverall H: 19.6 cm, W: 9.8 cm, D: Diam (max):
Accession Number60.4.72
Curatorial Area(s)
Exhibitions
American Historical Flasks
On ViewThe Jerome and Lucille Strauss Study Gallery
Physical DescriptionAquamarine glass; mold-blown; plain lip, pontil mark. Obverse: Jackson, small profile, facing right. Reverse: Masonic Emblems. In the centre Mosaic pavement with column at right and left, surmounted by archway with keystone. Within columns letter "G" above open book with square and compasses. Above arch radiant all-seeing eye. At left of archway blazing sun and beneath that the trowel, setting maul and naked heart. At right of archway quarter moon and stars. Beneath that appears the triangular form of the seven lighted tapers, with the beehive beneath. Below pavement, cross bones and coffin with spade at right and sprig of acacia at left. Inscription: "J T" at top and "A JACKSON" in semi-circle above bust; at base of flask "OHIO" in narrow frame. Edges: corrugated horizontally.Provenance
Source
McKearin Antiques
