Tin glazed earthenware drug jar

Made:
1723-1763 in Delft
SMG00225738

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Tin glazed earthenware drug jar, peacock motif, originally used for theriac electuary, Delft Porcelain Dish factory, Dutch, 1723-1763

Details

Category:
Medical Ceramic-ware
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A639826
Materials:
earthenware (tin-glazed)
Measurements:
height 188 mm
diameter 138 mm
type:
drug jars

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