Pharmacy Jar Or Albarello Muel, Province Of Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain Late 17th Century
PHARMACY POT or ALBARELLO
Muel, Province of Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain
Late 17th century
Earthenware
H. 26.5; Diam. 12 cm
This majolica albarello is cylindrical in shape, curved at the waist (to make it easier to hold) and with a shoulder at the beaded neck (to attach a ligature and close the container). The body is decorated with polychrome flowers, birds and bees on a sand-blasted white background.
Albarelli were prized by apothecaries and pharmacies, who used them to store ointments, medicinal plants and other powders, thanks to the non-porous properties of these containers.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Order no.: 5155
Muel, Province of Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain
Late 17th century
Earthenware
H. 26.5; Diam. 12 cm
This majolica albarello is cylindrical in shape, curved at the waist (to make it easier to hold) and with a shoulder at the beaded neck (to attach a ligature and close the container). The body is decorated with polychrome flowers, birds and bees on a sand-blasted white background.
Albarelli were prized by apothecaries and pharmacies, who used them to store ointments, medicinal plants and other powders, thanks to the non-porous properties of these containers.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Order no.: 5155
1 800 €
Period: 17th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Ceramic
Reference (ID): 1427358
Availability: In stock
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