Bottle, in shape of Highland soldier

This glass bottle, in the shape of a Highland soldier, dates from late 19th century. The kilted Highland soldier featured prominently in the national and international image of Scotland, and was reproduced in a variety of ways.

At the foot, the bottle includes a representation of a tree stump which 'supports' the soldier.

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Online ID:	000-100-002-443-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.MEN 209.572
Date:	Late 19th century
Material:	Glass, clear
Dimensions:	234 mm H x 55 mm base D
What:	Bottle
Subject:	Glass, including wine bottles and bottle stamps (NMAS Classification)
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Description:	Clear glass bottle, moulded in the shape of a Highland soldier supported by a tree stump
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