Collection Highlights
"A Visit from St. Nicholas"
Date:
1862
Object Number:
MSS.BV.Moore.1
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Smelling bottle w/lid: 8-sides, amethyst
Object Number:
INV.13263
Date:
1820-1890
Medium:
Glass, metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 1/2 x 1 1/4 x 1 in. ( 6.4 x 3.2 x 2.5 cm )
Description:
Deep amethyst lead glass smelling bottle blown in a two-part mold with round metal ringed cap; octagonal shape with incurving sides.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
