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bell jar
bell jar

bell jar

Date1870-1920
Inventory Number4158
ClassificationBell Jar
Subject
    Maker American ?
    Cultural Region
      Dimensions22.5 x 25.5 cm (8 7/8 x 10 1/16 in.)
      Material
        DescriptionThis bell jar jas a cylindrical body with a sharp edge at the top leading to a knob handle. It has a ringed rim.
        Signedunsigned
        Curatorial RemarksSmall paper tag on handle designates this instrument, along with stand 1998-1-0031 as a "cheese tray" ensemble.
        FunctionSuch a bell jar could have been used with an air pump for vacuum experiments.
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