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

Flask

Manufacturer Unknown

CultureSilesian

Dateca. 1725-1750

MediumEngraved glass

DimensionsOverall: 4 5/8 in. (11.7 cm)
Overall, Rim: 7/8 in. (2.2 cm)
Base: 1 15/16 in. (4.9 cm)

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.6889

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DescriptionFlask of clear glass. Pyriform shape. Paneled neck and bottom third of bottle. Body is engraved with a cartouche of a coat of arms and a reverse scroll and foliage design. Ends have a plum or shell design in high relief cutting. Attached to a flaring conical foot by a facet cut wafer. On the bottom is a different crowned coat of arms. Originally with a stopper, but removed as not original.