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

Quart Flask

Manufacturer Unknown

CultureAmerican

MediumGlass

DimensionsOverall: 8 7/8 in. (22.5 cm)

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.5650

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DescriptionQuart flask; aquamarine; "Violin or Scroll" type; both sides same; large heart shape frame containing elaborate scrolls, at top large 6-pointed star; and slightly smaller star in "frame". Edges have heavy vertical medial rib. Plain lip. Impressed bottom, rough pontil.

Published ReferencesSee McKearin, p. 570-571 #316-GIX-2 "not definitely known".