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18th Century Italian Faience (Majolica) Apothecary Medicine Jar

$850
£643.80
€739.38
CA$1,191.13
A$1,295
CHF 686.61
MX$15,523.72
NOK 8,726.44
SEK 7,994.61
DKK 5,525.91

About the Item

An antique 18th-Century Italian faience albarello or apothecary pharmacy jar. This wonderful old jar is hand painted and in remarkable condition considering its age, having some expected crazing in the tin glaze but no cracks. It displays beautifully and would be excellent used as a vase with a bouquet of flowers.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Diameter: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU812840564482

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