Royal Coina Glass Factory
1719-1748
Colourless glass, polychrome enamel painting; pewter
Flasks were extremely common in the 18th century, being used as containers for precious wines or other liquids, such as scented water or aromatic oils. This prismatic flask bears the royal coat of arms decorated with celebratory palms. On its back, there is an inscription celebrating King João V, VIVAT IOANNES V [Long Live João V], founder of the factory established in Coina.