The careful conservation of two 17th-century glass onion bottles recovered from the ocean showcases the intricate balance between preserving historical artifacts and understanding their unique artistry.
These onion bottles from the 1715 Spanish Plate Fleet offer a glimpse into the past, highlighting the fragility of artifacts and the skill involved in their preservation.
After being submerged for 300 years, these fragile bottles required seven months of meticulous work to clean and stabilize them, a testament to the dedication of conservators.
The glassblowing technique used to produce onion bottles resulted in unique pieces, making their survival significant not only for archaeological study but for the understanding of trade goods.
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