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Apothecary Jar

Maker Unknown, French (Nevers), 17th Century

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ARTS

Dateca. 1650

Mediumtin-glazed earthenware

Dimensionsheight: 11 7/8 in. (30.2 cm.) diameter: 7 1/2 in. (19.1 cm.)

DescriptionThis medicinal jar shows ornamental motifs possibly inspired by Middle Eastern ware on top and an oriental-influenced landscape decoration at the bottom.

Credit LineThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. Gift of MaryLou Boone

Status

On view

Object number2010.6.5

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