Water glass 18th-19th century

This anonymous "Water glass" from the 18th or 19th century is an example of a simple glass drinking vessel. The clear glass is molded with a pattern of vertical lines and a scalloped edge at the base, common features of this era. The glass's simplicity highlights its functionality, which was likely to serve water or other beverages in a household setting. The Minneapolis Institute of Art houses this intriguing example of early glassmaking.