Unknown American
Bowl

CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Bowl
Datec. 1875–1900
Probable placeNew York, United States
MediumLead glass
Dimensions3 1/4 × 6 1/2 in. diameter (8.3 × 16.5 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Miss Ima Hogg
Object numberB.69.485
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Pine Room
On view

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Department
Bayou Bend
Object Type
DescriptionBowls like this were often used to separate cream from milk. The cream would rise to the top; a person would then pour the cream off, probably to churn it into butter.
ProvenanceLouis Guerineau Myers (1874–1932), New York; [McKearin’s Antiques, New York]; purchased by Miss Ima Hogg, 1925; given to MFAH, 1969.

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