Flask
Object number2018.27.122
Manufacturer
William Frank and Sons
Date1866-1875
OriginPittsburgh, PA
MediumGlass
Credit LineGift of Jay Apt
DescriptionAqua glass flask. Raised decoration on each side. One side has, from top to bottom: arched line of stars; raised text; shield shape with two hands shaking at top and maker's mark in an oval at bottom; and shield is flanked by two branches. Other side has eagle with outstretched wings holding a banner in its beak; below the eagle is a shield; below this is a border with raised edges.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 5.75 × 3.125 × 1.5 in. (14.6 × 7.9 × 3.8 cm)InscriptionsOne side has raised text just below shoulder "UNION".
MarksOne side has raised text inside an oval "W. F. & / SONS".
Historical NotesWilliam Frank & Sons glass flask. William Frank was one of Jay Apt’s ancestors on his mother’s side, his great-great grandfather. Jay Apt’s mother collected this object and gifted it to Jay Apt.
Previous owner
Dr. Jerome Apt III
Related person
William Frank
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