Flask c. 1849s

This ceramic flask, created by Lyman, Fenton & Co. in the 1840s, is a prime example of American stoneware. The flask's unique marbled glaze, achieved through a process called "salt-glazing," gives it a distinctive, mottled appearance. This technique involves introducing salt into the kiln during the firing process, resulting in a chemical reaction that produces the characteristic glaze. The flask's shape and size were likely practical considerations for its intended use, possibly as a container for liquids or other goods. The flask is currently part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection.