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C1966-909
Wet drug jar
C1966-909

Wet drug jar

Date1660-1725
MediumTin-glazed earthenware (delft)
DimensionsOH: 7 5/16"; Diam: 5 13/16"; Handle to spout: 7 7/8"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1965-201,2
DescriptionGlobular jar with high pedestal base, everted rim, knopped spout, and strap-loop handle. White tin glaze decoration in blue with standard angel cartouche, inscribed "S PAPAVER." Base glazed.
Label TextSyrupus de Papaveris, syrup of poppy, was used as a mild opiate.
Inscribed"S PAPAVER"
MarkingsNo
ProvenanceTilley & Co., London