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Bottle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts an amber glass bottle titled "Bottle" by an unknown artist. The bottle is positioned centrally, showcasing its bulbous body and narrow neck. The body of the bottle features a rounded shape with a wider middle section that tapers slightly towards the bottom. The glass is predominantly amber-colored, with darker shades at the top and bottom gradually transitioning to lighter tones in the middle. The surface of the bottle exhibits a ribbed texture, characterized by numerous diagonal lines that spiral around the body. A small lip is visible at the top of the neck, which is narrower than the body. The background of the image is a plain gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the bottle. A subtle shadow is cast by the bottle onto the surface below it.

Artwork Details

Date
1820–40
Medium
Blown pattern-molded glass
Culture
American
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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