English and European Ceramics and Glass - 16th June 2021
Lot 245
A delftware dry drug jar c.1740
Estimate £1,000 - £1,500 | Hammer £1500
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Description
A delftware dry drug jar c.1740, painted in blue with angels holding flowers flanking a central shell above a banner inscribed 'PHIL.LOND', a little chipping, 19.2cm.
Philonium Londinese was a preparation containing opium which was used to induce sleep and relieve pain.