English and European Ceramics and Glass - 13th October 2009
Lot 487
Two early delftware dry drug jars
Estimate £1,500 - £2,500 | Hammer £2800
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Description
Two early delftware dry drug jars, each lightly ribbed body painted in blue with a ribbon cartouche surmounted by and angel with outspread wings, titled THER ANDR and AD:SEABIEM, late 17th century, some chipping, 19cm. (2)
Theriac of Andromachus was a traditional remedy containing 73 ingredients including viper flesh, making it a popular choice as an antidote to poisonous bites.
