Figured Flask
MakerMade by
Willington Glass Company
(American, 1814 - 1872)
Date1850-1872
MediumMold-blown olive green glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 9 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2in. (22.9 x 11.4 x 6.4cm)
ClassificationsGlassware
Credit LineGift of the Aetna Life Insurance Company, through Willard C. Cousins
Object number1952.82.0
DescriptionMold-blown olive green figured flask with an inverted conical rim, a cylindrical neck, rounded shoulders that curve to tapered sides, a flattened body, and a flat bottom. Both sides of the figured flask have different raised decorations and raised words. On one side is the raised word "LIBERTY" above an eagle with outstretched wings, holding two halves of an oval wreath, or olive branch, in its claws. A shield is superimposed over the eagle's body. On the opposite side are the raised words "WILLINGTON/ GLASS, Co/ WEST WILLINGTON/ CONN". The side of the figured flask with the eagle has an indentation at the wreath.
NotesHistorical Note: "Liberty" flasks, or "Eagle" flasks as they were called on original Willington Glass Company price lists, came in 1/2 pint, 1 pint, and 1 quart capacities. (Hunt 4/14/2005)Status
On view
