jug
Object NameCovered jug
Made FromNon-lead glass, pewter
Date1750-1800
Place MadeCentral Europe; probably Bohemia
Techniqueblown, cut
SizeH: 12 1/2"
Accession Number62.3.58
Credit LineGift of Minnie L. Schuelein
Curatorial Area(s)
Not On View
Physical DescriptionColorless non-lead glass; blown, cut. Flattened, ovoid form; tall, cylindrical neck with flared rim and pinched pouring spout; band of cut circular facets on the side; flattened ovoid body with cut circular panels on either face, stylized flowers within, and framed with rings of oval facets; cut stylized flowers formed of oval facets on the rounded sides; applied flat strap handle, curled at the lower terminal; flat pewter cover with domed center, scratched "I.L" on top, with turned finial, projection to cover the spout; hinged to the handle attachment; flared foot; rough pontil mark.Provenance
Source
Minnie (Mrs. Julius) L. Schuelein
