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

Bottle

Manufacturer Unknown

CultureGerman

Date18th century

MediumBlown glass

DimensionsOverall: 7 1/2 in. (19.1 cm)
Overall, Rim: 1 5/8 in. (4.1 cm)
Base: 2 3/8 x 3 in. (6 x 7.6 cm)

InscribedSee description.

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Justine L. Nusbaum

Object number66.116.1

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DescriptionSchnaps bottle, flask style of clear blown glass. Rectangular with flat corners. Blown half post method. Enameled with "peasant" type decoration. Female holding a yellow goblet on one side and white script on the reverse: "Brandmein macht bein". (Brandy makes one feel good). Stylized flowers on the side. Short neck and a flaring rim with a folded under edge.