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Gift of Blaine Butler,  2004.124.5a,b  © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Bottle
Gift of Blaine Butler, 2004.124.5a,b © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Bottle

Datelate 19th-mid 20th century
MediumCrystal, silver
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x diameter ): 5 5/8 x 2 3/4in. (14.3 x 7cm)
Primary Dimensions (height x width of cap): 2 1/16 x 1 1/8in. (5.2 x 2.8cm)
ClassificationsGlassware
Credit LineGift of Blaine Butler
DescriptionArt Nouveau pressed colorless crystal bottle and cap with silver painted decoration on surface. Bell shaped bottle (a), silver paint decorates its surface with curved lines, silver also outlines upper rim and bottom border. Spout is completely painted with silver and curves to create a wider rim. Bottom of bottle, in the crystal has a star shaped design engraved. Monogram engraved at center of bottle, "JLH". Engraved on silver bottom trim, "PATENTED 3016".

The cap (b) is oval, narrow at each end and wider in the center. Matching silver painted design and topped with a silver painted sphere.

Paint has tarnished in some areas.
Object number2004.124.5
InscribedMonogram engraved in silver paint, "JLH". Engraved on silver bottom trim, "PATENTED 3016".
Subject Terms
    On View
    Not on view
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    Julia L. Havemeyer
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