Blue glazed earthenware storage jar containing unidentified materia medica

Blue glazed earthenware storage jar containing unidentified materia medica consisting of brown caked substance, probably from Middle or Far East, 1801-1920

Details

Category:
Medical Ceramic-ware
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A659355
Materials:
earthenware (glazed), wrapping, canvas and wrapping, paper
Measurements:
height 190 mm
rim: diameter 94 mm
body (approx.): diameter 145 mm
base: diameter 70 mm
type:
storage jars