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A Set of Large Lidded Paris Porcelain Apothecary Jars

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A Set of Five Lidded Paris Porcelain Apothecary Jars Each of the porcelain jars have a cone-shaped lid with a ball finial, the front of the jars decorated with polychrome and gilded motifs as well as a rectangular cartouches with the Latin abbreviation for each drug contained. French, circa 1860 Dimensions: H: 10 in / 25 cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Diameter: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 5
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 98791stDibs: LU954741178512

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