SHELTON GLASS WORKS Mount Vernon Cellar Bottle Reproduction

Mount Vernon Reproduction Glass Bottle

Experience a piece of history with these faithful reproductions of 18th-century glass bottles found in the cellar of Mount Vernon. Handcrafted by Virginia glass artist John Shelton, each bottle is blown using his own blend of sand, soda ash, and lime, capturing the rich hues and textures of colonial glassmaking.

Recent archaeological excavations at Mount Vernon have uncovered 35 original bottles in the mansion cellar, with 29 still intact and filled with preserved fruits, offering valuable insights into 18th-century plantation foodways and the expertise of the enslaved community. This discovery, part of the $40 million Mansion Revitalization Project, enriches our understanding of early American cuisine and preservation techniques.

Please note: Each Bottle is individually handmade, and slight variations in shape, size, or texture are natural-adding to the unique character and timeless beauty of traditional glassblowing.

Details:

• Handmade in Virginia
• Material: Glass
• Size: Approximately 8–9″ tall, 4.5″ diameter 
• Mount Vernon Exclusive
• Sold Individually

Each bottle is a one-of-a-kind tribute to early American craftsmanship.