English and European Ceramics and Glass - 02 May 2018
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A small delftware dry drug or pill jar 2nd half 18th century
A small delftware dry drug or pill jar 2nd half 18th century, the baluster body painted in blue with paterae around husk swags and a shaped banner inscribed 'P: ex OPIC', some glaze chipping, 9.5cm.
Pilulae Opticae, sometimes known as Pilulae Lucis Majores, were used in the treatment of opthalmic disorders.
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