Medicine Bottle c. 19th century

This 19th-century "Medicine Bottle," currently housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is an anonymous work of glassblowing. It's a small, clear, blue bottle with a rounded, slightly flared neck. The octagonal body of the bottle and its simple form highlight the artist's skill in glassworking, showcasing both functionality and delicate beauty. The bottle's function as a container for medicine speaks to the important role that glassblowing played in 19th-century society, contributing to medicine and everyday life.