Medium Pink Lilac “The Father of His Country” / Bust of Washington – “Gen. Taylor Never Surrenders” / Bust of Taylor Historical Flask

American Glass Gallery’s Auction 6 Opens today. I am in-between meetings here in Nashville today and sneaked a peak only to be stopped and stunned on the first auction page with this beautiful pink lilac G140c, Washington | Taylor pint flask. John Pastor has it written up as follows:

“The Father of His Country” / Bust of Washington – “Gen. Taylor Never Surrenders” / Bust of Taylor Historical Flask, Dyottville Glass Works, Philadelphia, PA, 1845 – 1855. Gorgeous medium pink lilac, sheared mouth – pontil scar, pt; (professionally cleaned to original luster with some remaining exterior wear and a pontil chip that extends to the edge of the base). GI-40c (rare mold). An exceptional, incredible, stunning color! The only other example noted in this color was from the George Austin sale. Estimate: $10,000 – $20,000

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GI40c Bust of Washington

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GI40c - Bust of Taylor

About Ferdinand Meyer V

Ferdinand Meyer V is a native of Baltimore, Maryland and has a BFA in Fine Art and Graphic Design from the Kansas City Art Institute and School of Design. Ferdinand is the founding Principal of FMG Design, a nationally recognized design consultation firm. Ferdinand is a passionate collector of American historical glass specializing in bitters bottles, color runs and related classic figural bottles. He is married to Elizabeth Jane Meyer and lives in Houston, Texas with their daughter and three wonderful grandchildren. The Meyers are also very involved in Quarter Horses, antiques and early United States postage stamps. Ferdinand is the past 6-year President of the Federation of Historical Bottle Collectors and is one of the founding members of the FOHBC Virtual Museum.
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