New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Dropper Flask

Manufacturer Unknown

Date4th century-5th century

MediumBlown glass

DimensionsOverall: 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm)
Overall, Rim: 1 15/16 in. (4.9 cm)
Base: 1 15/16 in. (4.9 cm)

ClassificationsGlass

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.6818

Terms

Green

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DescriptionDropper flask/gutturnium of blown green tinted glass. Bulbous with a squat bulb and base kick. 1.375" high plain straight neck with a .625" wide horizontal rim with the outer edge half turned in. Appears to be applied and joined at the neck base where the diaphragm reduces opening.