Flask, 1830-1850
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Glass factories in America began producing inexpensive, mold-formed flasks in the early 1800s. These figured flasks, often decorated with symbols of national pride or political or cultural affiliation, appealed to America's common man. Americans' fascination with railroads began in the late 1820s when rail lines began connecting distant communities. Early flasks depicted horses, an alternative to steam engines, hauling freight down railway tracks.
Glass factories in America began producing inexpensive, mold-formed flasks in the early 1800s. These figured flasks, often decorated with symbols of national pride or political or cultural affiliation, appealed to America's common man. Americans' fascination with railroads began in the late 1820s when rail lines began connecting distant communities. Early flasks depicted horses, an alternative to steam engines, hauling freight down railway tracks.
Artifact
Flask (Bottle)
Date Made
1830-1850
Collection Title
On Exhibit
at Greenfield Village in Davidson-Gerson Gallery of Glass
Object ID
60.10.45
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Blown glass
Mold-blown glass
Technique
Glassblowing
Blow molding
Color
Green
Dimensions
Height: 6.75 in
Width: 4.5 in
Length: 2.25 in
Weight: 12 oz
Inscriptions
pressed on both front and back: SUCCESS TO THE RAILROAD
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