Old white porcelain pharmaceutical jar from the Pharmacie Centrale de France, originally containing hydro-alcoholic extract of Capsicum annuum (annual pepper). A plant-based preparation formerly used in pharmacies for its stimulating and rubefacient properties. Beautiful original label from the Pharmacie Centrale des Pharmaciens / Droguerie Centrale de France, with the address 21 rue des Nonnains d'Hyères in Paris and the dosage "1 to 2 centigr. per pill."
✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century ✦ Origin: Paris, France ✦ Dimensions: approx. 6 × 3.5 cm ✦ Material: White ceramic, paper ✦ Condition: Good overall condition, signs of use, wear and tear, original label with missing parts and alterations, small chips from use on the porcelain.
Old apothecary jar from the Pharmacie Centrale de France, an authentic dispensary item ideal for a collection of antique pharmacy items, a medical curiosity cabinet, or scientific decoration.
