Sunburst Motif 9 Quart Decanter
Manufacturer
Unknown
CultureAmerican
Dateca. 1813-1850
MediumMold blown glass
DimensionsOverall: 8 1/2 x 4 5/8 in. (21.6 x 11.7 cm)
Credit LineBequest of duVal Radford and Museum purchase
Object number94.19.48
Not on view
DescriptionThis is a clear blown three mold sunburst motif quart decanter in the base rayed type VII-A, as classified by McKearin. It has a barrel shaped body and cylindrical neck. The sides have a band of waffle, sunburst and diamond decoration between bands of diagonal fluting and ribbing. The stopper is the right type, but sits low. This is McKearin classified mold GIII 19.ProvenanceBequest of duVal Radford and Museum Purchase; Christies #66 (sale #6551), April 26, 1988;
