English and European Ceramics and Glass - 2nd October 2012

Lot 388

Two Continental tin-glazed wet drug or oil jars 18th century

Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £350

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Description

Two Continental tin-glazed wet drug or oil jars 18th century, painted in blue and titled for 'O,LUMBRICORU' and 'Oll. Laurini', some damages, 21cm max. (2) Oil of Earthworms was used as a pain relief treatment, particularly for arthritis, and produced by boiling up worms with olive oil and wine. The rather more appealing Oil of Bay Leaves was used to alleviate sinus and lung congestion.