Antique large amber blown glass pharmaceutical jar from an old pharmacy. It bears its original enameled inscription "Flores Malvae" corresponding to mallow flowers, a medicinal plant traditionally used in herbalism and pharmacopoeia for its emollient properties. A very beautiful decorative large model with its original green and gold metallic stopper.
✦ Estimated period: 19th century (circa 1880-1900) ✦ Provenance: Old pharmacy / officine ✦ Dimensions: approx. 27 × 11 cm ✦ Material: Amber blown glass, enameled inscriptions, metal stopper ✦ Condition: Very good overall condition, intact glass, complete inscription with slight traces of time, original metal stopper with wear and traces of time.
Large antique amber blown glass apothecary jar with Flores Arnicae label, a beautiful decorative piece for an antique pharmacy collection, curiosity cabinet or pharmacy decoration.
