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What are large glass jars called?
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Large glass jars are also known as carboys or demijohns. A demijohn can hold 16 gallons, and is typically made of glass. They were historically used to transport water or chemicals, but nowadays, demijohns are used to brew beer in one’s home. You’ll find a variety of demijohns from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Large Glass Bottle of Murano, circa 1970
By Murano 5
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large glass bottle of Murano, circa 1970.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Murano Glass
Extra Large Glass Bottle
Located in Brecht, BE
Very decorative object, transparent, quirky, this oversized glass bottle, 100 cm high!
Category
Mid-20th Century French Bottles
Materials
Glass
Demijohn or Carboy Glass Bottle in the Original Wooden Crate
Located in Chicago, IL
. Demijohn's are defined as, any large glass bottle, with a small neck capable of holding up to 16 gallons of a
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Country Bottles
Materials
Glass
Demijohn or Carboy Glass Vessel in the Original Wooden Carrying Crate
Located in Chicago, IL
. Demijohn's refer to any large glass bottle, with a small neck capable of holding between 5 and 16 gallons
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Country Bottles
Materials
Glass
Antique French Demijohn or Carboy
Located in Chicago, IL
Lady Jane and derives from circa 1700. Demijohn's refer to any large glass bottle, with a small neck
Category
Antique 1890s French Country Bottles
Materials
Glass
Venini Art Glass Bottle with Fasce Decoration, Murano 1950s
By Venini
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Venini Art Glass bottle with Fasce decoration, Murano 1950s
A large glass bottle in transparent
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
