Maker
Bridgeton Glass Works(American, 1836–1855)American, 1836–1855
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Figured Flask
Datec. 1840–1855
Made inBridgeton, New Jersey, United States
MediumNonlead glass
Dimensions6 5/8 in. (16.8 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Miss Ima Hogg
Object numberB.72.55
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Glazed Porch
On view
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Department
Bayou BendObject Type
Provenance[McKearins Antiques, Hoosick Falls, New York]; purchased by Miss Ima Hogg, 1954; given to MFAH, 1972.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Oval medallion with bust of George Washington in uniform facing left, "WASHINGTON" inscribed overhead
Oval medallion, truncated at bottom, with bust of Zachary Taylor in uniform, facing left and inscribed "BRIDGETON*NEW JERSEY" in semicircle overhead
Oval medallion, truncated at bottom, with bust of Zachary Taylor in uniform, facing left and inscribed "BRIDGETON*NEW JERSEY" in semicircle overhead
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