Caster 18th-19th century

This 18th-19th century "Caster" is an example of an anonymous piece of decorative glassware from the Minneapolis Institute of Art. The glass bottle is crafted with a swirling, geometric pattern and topped with a brass lid. The "Caster" was likely used to hold a variety of substances, including salt and pepper, as well as perfumes or medicines. The use of intricate detail on such a small object (5 1/8 x 2 x 2 in.) highlights the craftsmanship of glassblowing during this period.