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Decanter, Bar

Object number2024.5.4

ManufacturerPossibly McKee and Brother (1859 - 1867)

Date1850-1870

OriginPittsburgh, PA

MediumGlass

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

DescriptionColorless glass decanter with violet blue ribs. Decanter has a circular base that connects to a cylindrical body, sloped shoulder, and neck with a circular, open mouth. Eight applied ribs with violet blue coloring on the body, an applied neck ring at base of neck, and a rounded lip with a lower collar around the mouth. Base has a foot. Bottle is quart size.DimensionsHeight x Diameter: 10.563 x 5.25 in. (26.8 x 13.3 cm)
Historical NotesPillar-molded quart bar decanter is attributed to the Pittsburgh area, possibly manufactured by McKee & Brother. Purchased from a Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates, Inc. auction on November 30, 2023.

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