Rare and evocative, this set consists of a numbered board containing 51 glass tubes, most of which still hold their original substances. Each sample is identified by hand and corresponds to products used in pharmacies or drugstores: quinine, caffeine, alcohol, camphor, iodine, valerian, or even plant extracts. The set suggests a pedagogical or professional use, probably intended for learning or demonstrating raw materials used in pharmaceutical preparations from the early 20th century. The handwritten aspect, the diversity of contents, and the structured presentation make it a piece of significant documentary and aesthetic value.
✦ 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 on the support, tubes generally well preserved.
An authentic and very visual piece, ideal for an antique pharmacy collection, a cabinet of curiosities, or a decorative display related to science and materials.
