Bottle

Art Historical Context

This delicate green glass bottle, dating to the 14th–15th century, exemplifies everyday artistry of medieval European glassmaking. Standing just over 2 inches tall with a narrow lip of about 5/8 inch, its petite scale suggests it was designed for personal use—perhaps to hold perfumes, oils, or medicinal tinctures. The soft green hue, a natural result of iron impurities in the silica, was highly prized in the period, evoking the lushness of nature and adding a touch of luxury to functional objects. Crafted during the late Middle Ages, when glass production flourished in regions like Venice and...