Goblet shaped drug jar

Made:
1751-1800 in France
maker:
Unknown
Goblet shaped drug jar

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Goblet shaped drug jar, [faience] used for balm of Arcaeus, probably French, 1751 to 1800.

Details

Category:
Medical Ceramic-ware
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A123293
Materials:
earthenware, polychrome, tin glazed
Measurements:
height 180 mm
diameter 137 mm
type:
drug jars
credit:
Martin, V.C.