Earthenware storage jar

Made:
1702

Earthenware storage jar, polychrome, decorated with scene of St. George killing the dragon, for storing blessed thistle water, from Castelli, Italian, 1702

Details

Category:
Medical Ceramic-ware
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A632016
Materials:
whole, earthenware (tin-glazed)
Measurements:
overall: 490 mm x 450 mm x 330 mm, 10.6 kg
type:
storage jars