Figured Flask
MakerMade by
Westford Glass Company
(American, 1857 - 1873)
Date1857-1873
MediumMold-blown dark amber glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 5 7/8 x 3 x 1 3/4in. (14.9 x 7.6cm, 1 3/4in.)
ClassificationsGlassware
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object number1967.97.1
DescriptionHalf-pint figured flask made of mold-blown dark amber glass. The figured flask has a double collar at the rim, a short cylindrical neck, rounded shoulders that curve down to tapered sides, a flattened body, and a smoothed pontil mark and a shallow kick on the bottom. Both sides of the flask have different raised decoration. On one side is a sheaf of grain or wheat, bound in the middle, with tall stalks curving to the left and right. Beneath and below the sheaf are a small crossed rake and a pitchfork. On the opposite side are the deeply curved words, "WESTFORD GLASS Co" over, "WESTFORD/ CONN". The bottom of the flask has a ring of light scratches and wear.
Status
On view
