Ointment Pot

Datec. 1750-1785

MediumWhite salt-glazed stoneware

DimensionsH: 1 11/16" , Diam. 2 1/4"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1960-298

DescriptionOintment pot: slightly flared bowl of deep rounded form with rolled rim.
Label TextOintment pots were usually made of tin-glazed earthenware or delft, but white stoneware examples have also been found at many post-1750 American archaeological sites. These small containers held a variety of salves and pomades used for medicinal and cosmetic purposes; their rolled rims allowed the contents to be protected by thin bladders or papers held in place with string.
ProvenanceVendor: Tilley & Co., London

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