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Pair of V Large 19thC Clear Glass Apothecary Jars
The imposing large clear glass chemist jars having domed feet rising to globular tapering bodies having the original tear drop shaped stoppers surviving from the last quarter of the nineteenth century.
Structurally the pieces are very sound with no cracks or chips and remain in desirable condition. The stoppers are original and do not suffer from any losses and the wholes are clear and not cloudy. There are some old sticking crystal deposits on the inside of one of the jars. Each jar could be cleaned with sand solution if so desired.
These jars were part of Wilfred Harris’ inventory at his dispensing chemist’s at 6 Albert Road, Bournemouth, UK, well into the early twentieth century. These vessels would have acted as the central decorative fixture in the apothecaries shop window, being displayed holding brightly coloured liquids. These were designed to indicate that the pharmacist concerned was well trained because he was able to mix his own medicines rather than just selling pre-mixed concoctions, but also because the levels of literacy were quite low so that clear symbols were needed to encourage custom.
Dazzlingly decorative glassware on a grand scale.
SellerDoe And Hope
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Private dealer, By appointment only
The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
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Structurally the pieces are very sound with no cracks or chips and remain in desirable condition. The stoppers are original and do not suffer from any losses and the wholes are clear and not cloudy. There are some old sticking crystal deposits on the inside of one of the jars. Each jar could be cleaned with sand solution if so desired.
These jars were part of Wilfred Harris’ inventory at his dispensing chemist’s at 6 Albert Road, Bournemouth, UK, well into the early twentieth century. These vessels would have acted as the central decorative fixture in the apothecaries shop window, being displayed holding brightly coloured liquids. These were designed to indicate that the pharmacist concerned was well trained because he was able to mix his own medicines rather than just selling pre-mixed concoctions, but also because the levels of literacy were quite low so that clear symbols were needed to encourage custom.
Dazzlingly decorative glassware on a grand scale.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 19/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
DimensionsCircumference 35 inches (at maximum)
Height 31.5 inches
Weight 5 KGS (Each)
Category Medical Antiques
Date c.1890
Late Victorian Antiques Material Glass
Origin British
Condition Very Good.
Item code as155a864
Status Sold
£775.00 
$972.70 
€936.98 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 19/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
View all stock from
Doe And Hope
Private dealer, By appointment onlyThe Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
Get directions to Doe And Hope
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