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Florentine Bottle

Object Details

Description
This free blown green glass container has a long neck, a slightly flared lip, a round squat body, and a twisted spout. Florentine bottles were used for the distillation of flower oils.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
date made
17th-18th century
Credit Line
Gift of American Pharmaceutical Association and Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
Physical Description
glass (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 14.3 cm x 12.5 cm x 11 cm; 5 5/8 in x 4 29/32 in x 4 11/32 in
Object Name
bottle
Squibb Florentine bottle
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