Three Turned Wood Apothecary Pots. 18th Century German Red Spice Jars.

Stock Number: RGAJ3106

£850.00

These three stunning wooden apothecary pots which date from the 18th century have a wonderful burgundy red colour with hand painted decoration and come in three different sizes.

These highly decorative antique pots which would have been made in Germany have the details on their fronts of the medicines that would have been stored inside and gold floral decoration.

The two largest pots have labels to the inside lids and the largest one still has the wonderful scent of cloves.

These apothecary pots would have been used in pharmacies from the 18th century to store medicinal products and are a rare and fabulous set. These look stunning on display so would also make a super decorative piece for the home, pharmacy, hotel etc.

Material: Wood.

Origin: German.

Date: 18th century.

Dimensions:

Jar 1 - Diameter at widest part of lid: 11 cm (4 1/2"). Height: 19.5 cm (7 3/4").

Jar 2 - Diameter at widest part of lid: 10 cm (4"). Height: 18.5 cm (7 1/4").

Jar 3 - Diameter at widest part of lid: 9 cm (4"). Height: 15 cm (6").

Total weight for the three: 744 g.

Condition: Wonderful antique condition with signs of use in keeping with age. Some light signs of wear and small chips. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the 3 pots are included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

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