Bottle, in shape of Highland soldier

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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: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.MEN 209.572
• Date: Late 19th century
  
• Material: Glass, clear
  Bottle
  
• 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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