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Decanter

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Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

GUSN

GUSN-40102

Description

Bulbous purple glass decanter with hand-painted gilt arabesque decoration on body. Gilt band around around shoulder, neck, and rim.

Details

Descriptive Terms

decanters
glass (material)
gilding
Vessel, Drink Serving
Decanter
Decanter

Additional Identification Number

1939.13A

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

8 1/4 (H), 5 1/2 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Dr. Albert Nute, Jr.

Accession Number

1939.13.1

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