Object Number 1973.0403.005

Object Name

Flask (Pocket bottle)

Category

Glass

Credit Line/Donor

Gift of Mrs. Harry W. Lunger

Creator (Role)

Albany Glass Works (Maker)

Place of Origin

Albany, New York, Eastern, United States, North America

Date

1825-1835

Mark or Signature or Inscription or Label

1. Inscription; Exterior; In raised letters: "ALBANY GLASS WORKS." and "ALBANY NY"

Subjects

George Washington; Political figure; Historical; Alcoholic beverage ware

Materials

Glass (nonlead)

Techniques

Mold-blown

Dimensions (inches)

7 (H) , 4.4 (L) , 2.7 (W)

Dimensions (centimeters)

17.7 (H) , 11.2 (L) , 6.8 (W)

Object Description

Text available soon.

Bibliography and Bibliographic Notes

[Book] McKearin, George S. & McKearin, Helen. 1989 American Glass.
• Pattern GI-28 listed: no. 28, p. 518
[Catalogue] Norman C. Heckler & Company Sale Catalogue. 03/07/2012 Norman C. Heckler & Company Sale Catalogue.
• Similar washington and frigate flask by Albany Glass Works, p.12, cat. no.65.