Bottle of Salts
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Albert G. Walker
(American, 1836 - 1902)
MakerMade by
Unknown
Date1858
MediumMold blown, colorless (probably lead) glass, with a metal cap
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x diameter): 2 11/16 x 1 13/16in. (6.8 x 4.6cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
Object number2007.4.1.78a-e
DescriptionCylindrical, glass bottle (.a) made of mold-blown, colorless (probably lead) glass. The bottle has a short neck, squared shoulders, and a shallow kick on the bottom. "HARRISON'S/ COLUMBIAN/ PERFUMERY" is printed in raised letters on one side of the bottle. The bottle was filled with white perfumed salts (.e), now stored separately.
The bottle has a metal cap (.b-.d) that once fit over the neck. The cap has broken into three pieces: the top, and two strips that used to form the sides. A light brown adhesive residue is encrusted all around the neck of the bottle; it is unclear if this was part of the cap, or if it was something that once held the pieces of the cap together.
The bottle has a metal cap (.b-.d) that once fit over the neck. The cap has broken into three pieces: the top, and two strips that used to form the sides. A light brown adhesive residue is encrusted all around the neck of the bottle; it is unclear if this was part of the cap, or if it was something that once held the pieces of the cap together.
Status
Not on view
Dr. Cyrus Pendleton
Dr. Cyrus Pendleton
