Cordial Glass c. 19th century

This 19th-century cordial glass is a clear example of a common household object elevated to a work of art. The delicate, clear glass, blown into a simple, elegant shape, is a testament to the skill of anonymous glassblowers. This small, yet intricately crafted piece, with its gently flared lip and slender stem, was likely used for serving cordials, a sweet, often alcoholic beverage. The glass is now part of the collection at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.