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Gemel flask

18th century
Not on view
This bottle is possibly of Midwestern or German manufacture.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Gemel flask
  • Date: 18th century
  • Geography: Made in New Jersey, United States
  • Culture: American
  • Medium: Free-blown glass
  • Dimensions: H. 5 3/8 in. (13.7 cm)
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Helen Hay Whitney, 1944
  • Object Number: 45.35.23
  • Curatorial Department: The American Wing
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