Matt Knapp

About the Author

Matt Knapp is a distinguished collector and historian of early American artifacts, with a particular passion for the medicinal bottles that shaped 19th-century healthcare and commerce. Drawing from decades of hands-on experience scouring auctions, estate sales, and historical archives, Knapp has become a leading authority on these fragile relics of a bygone era. His meticulous research uncovers the stories behind embossed glassware, from patent medicines to apothecary essentials, offering collectors invaluable insights into authenticity, rarity, and market value. In his acclaimed guide, Knapp blends scholarly depth with practical advice, making the world of antique bottle collecting accessible to enthusiasts and professionals alike. A frequent lecturer at historical societies, he continues to advocate for the preservation of these everyday treasures that whisper tales of America's past.