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Quart Decanter

Bakewell, Pears and Company

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Quart decanter by Bakewell, Pears and Company. Clear glass decanter with a wide base and a narrow neck. The base of the decanter features a pattern of raised oval shapes arranged in vertical rows, with a band of raised circles near the bottom. The body of the decanter tapers upwards, with a smooth, curved shape. The neck of the decanter is long and narrow, with a small lip at the top. The stopper is clear glass with a rounded top and a short stem. The decanter is set against a white background with a slight shadow visible underneath.

Artwork Details

Date
1850–70
Medium
Pressed glass
Culture
American
Dimensions
406 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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