PARI OF 18TH C APOTHECARY JARS

A Pair of Late 18th Century Tin Glazed Apothecary Jars. Each jar with a rounded spire finial, over a concave body, sweeping to a line edge rim. The covers fitting within the rims of the jars. Each cylindrical jar with a shield shape cartouche, enclosed within rising leaves and barriers. The cartouches titled with the contents, 'OPIATE DE SALAM' and 'STYRAX. L.' respectively. The jars finished with a ringed and banded foot. Date circa 1790. Height 9 1/4 inches, 24cm. Width 5 inches, 12.5cm Depth 5 inches, 12.5cm.

Ref: 23589

Price:£470

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