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New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
Shell and Ribbing Quart Decanter
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Shell and Ribbing Quart Decanter

Manufacturer Unknown
CultureAmerican
Dateca. 1813-1850
MediumMold blown glass
DimensionsOverall: 11 1/2 in. (29.2 cm)
Base: 4 1/8 in. (10.5 cm)
Credit LineBequest of duVal Radford and Museum purchase
Object number94.19.24
Not on view
DescriptionCylindrical body with sloping shoulder; vertical, fluted ribbing and band of horizontal shell (McKearin term) motifs around center of body; single ring around base of neck; plain base; stopper #16 which is loose fitting but correct type; small amount of sediment in the bottom.

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