Brandy Bottle
Manufacturer
Unknown
CultureGerman
Date1721
MediumGlass | Metal
DimensionsOverall: 4 5/8 in. (11.7 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 3/16 in. (5.6 cm)
Base: 1 7/8 in. (4.8 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 3/16 in. (5.6 cm)
Base: 1 7/8 in. (4.8 cm)
Inscribed"1721" in white.
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number71.6849
Not on view
DescriptionBrandy bottle (schnapsflasche). Rectangular with camfered corners. Clear with minute bubbles and imperfections. Double dipped (German half post) with an attached metal screw top. Enameled in rust, yellow, blue, white and black in the "peasant style". White bird on yellow post and white date "1721" on obverse and stylized blossoms on reverse. Narrow sides have two flowers and four zigzags and blossoms. Central Germany.
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