English and European Ceramics and Glass - 2nd October 2012
Lot 382
A delftware wet drug or syrup jar late 17th/early 18th century
Estimate £500 - £800
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Description
A delftware wet drug or syrup jar late 17th/early 18th century, painted in blue with the head of Apollo between two peacocks above a scroll inscribed 'S:DE:MECON', with a wide strap handle and knopped spout, restoration to the handle,
Syrup de Meconium is essentially a form of opium used to promote sleep and ease dry coughs.
