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Robert Burns

Bottle from the Burns' household (2)

Period:
18th Century
Description:

This unusual clear bottle was used by Robert Burns and his family during the time they lived in Burns House, Dumfries.  Jean Armour, the poet's widow, continued to live in the family home following the poet's death in 1796.  She remained there for the rest of her life and by the time of her own death in 1834, the house had become a place of pilgrimage.

 

Relics of Robert Burns, Jean Armour Burns and their household were treasured and preserved.

Materials/Media:
glass
Dimensions:
height 255mm, width 90mm, depth 95mm
Source:
Robert Burns House, Dumfries
Accession number:
DUMFM:0198.379
Digital Number:
BHBN040n
Copyright:
Dumfries & Galloway Council