Wet drug jar

Date1660-1725

MediumTin-glazed earthenware (delft)

DimensionsOH: 7"; Diam: 6 1/8"; Handle-to-spout: 7 7/8"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1966-107

DescriptionGlobular jar with high pedestal base, everted rim, knopped spout, and strap-loop handle. White tin glaze decorated in blue with standard angel cartouche, inscribed "S DE SPINA CER." Partly glazed base.
Label TextSyrupus de Spina Cervina, syrup of buckthorn, was used as an aperient.
Inscribed"S DE SPINA CER
MarkingsNo
ProvenanceSydney N. Blumberg, Newtown, CT