American. <em>Bottle, Figure of Carrie Nation</em>, late 19th century. Glass, 9 x 3 1/4 x 3 in. (22.9 x 8.3 x 7.6 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Mrs. William Greig Walker by subscription, 40.281. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 40.281_acetate_bw.jpg)

Bottle, Figure of Carrie Nation

Artist:American

Medium: Glass

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Dates:late 19th century

Dimensions: 9 x 3 1/4 x 3 in. (22.9 x 8.3 x 7.6 cm)

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Museum Location: Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor

Accession Number: 40.281

Image: 40.281_acetate_bw.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Colorless pressed glass bottle molded into the shape of the standing figure Carrie Nation (1846-1911). Her body and head are somewhat bulbous; her hands are crossed over her stomach holding a large purse (in proper left hand) and closed umbrella with hooked handle (in proper right). Her tall top hat forms the neck and mouth of the bottle.

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