This antique pharmacy or drugstore board features a series of 50 numbered tubes, most of which still contain their original, hand-identified substances. It includes a wide range of products from ancient pharmacopoeia and drugstores: alkaloids, plant extracts, powders, liquids, and resins. The collection shows great consistency in its use and methodical organization, suggesting an educational or professional tool intended for the study of raw materials used in pharmacy at the beginning of the 20th century. The handwritten labels, the diversity of contents, and the general patina reinforce its authenticity and documentary interest.
✦ Provenance: France ✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: 26.5 x 21 cm ✦ Material: glass, cork, cardboard support ✦ Condition: Used condition with stains and wear to the support, tubes generally well preserved
A complementary set that is particularly decorative and evocative, perfect for a wall display or a collection centered around ancient pharmacy and raw materials.
