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Datec. 8th-9th century CE

MediumMold-blown glass

DimensionsOverall (Height): 4 15/16 in. (12.5 cm) Rim (Diam.): 1 5/16 in. (3.3 cm) Base (Diam.): 1 5/8 in. (4.1 cm)

Credit LineBequest of Edward S. Burgess, Class of 1879, H1904

Object number1929.122

On view

DescriptionDeep blue translucent glass. Mold-blown. Rim thickened; tulip-shaped; short neck, slightly spreading. Body flattened to form 6 faces; bottom concave.

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Alternate Titles Six-sided flask

Exhibition History 2012
Clinton, NY. Ruth and Elmer Wellin Museum of Art, Hamilton College. "Archive Hall: Art and Artifacts," October 6, 2012 - (no cat.).

1988
Clinton, NY. Fred L. Emerson Gallery, Hamilton College. "Ancient Glass: The Hamilton College Collection," March 5- April 24, 1988 (cat. no. 65).

Provenance 1929: Hamilton College (James Library) by bequest of Edward S. Burgess

Markings Adhesive label on neck: 47

Published References ANCIENT GLASS FROM THE HAMILTON COLLEGE COLLECTION (exh. cat. Clinton, Emerson Gallery, 1988), 14.