Bottle 1846 - 1858

"Bottle" is a ceramic sculpture created by Daniel Greatbatch between 1846 and 1858. The piece, currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, features a detailed, three-dimensional figure of a man wearing a top hat and a long coat, rendered in a striking brown and yellow glaze known as "tortoise shell." This type of glaze, popular in 19th-century England, was achieved through a specific firing process and resulted in a distinctive, mottled appearance. The artwork provides a glimpse into the artistry and technical expertise of English ceramicists during this period.