Syrup jar for poppy capsule syrup

Syrup jug, with handle

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Syrup jug, with handle
Science Museum Group

Syrup jug, with handle, spout and foot in polychrome maiolica glaze , used for poppy capsule syrup (SYRUP. PAPAV. CAP). 171 mm x 73 mm diamter (lid), 520 g. Unknown maker, Italian, 1760-1860.

Details

Category:
Medical Ceramic-ware
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A112550
Materials:
pottery and empty
type:
syrup jars
credit:
Wellcome Trust