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Syrup Jar, Delft, c. 1680-1730

Inventory Number 41391


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.41391

Item type
Object
Provenance
Bequeathed by G.H. Gabb
Primary inscriptions
"O LUMBRICOR:" [oleum lumbrocorum, oil of earthworms].
Physical material
glazed earthenware
Dimensions
Height: 204mm Width: 125mm Depth: 150mm Weight: 649g
Inventory No
41391
Accession Number
1949-15

Description

Blue and white jar with spout and handle. Name of drug in cartouche surmounted by two peacocks and a basket of fruit, and a cherub's head and two bunches of fruit beneath. Cartouche design is similar to the other Delft jars in the collection.