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Drug jar for Conserve of Alexandrian Roses, Venice, Italy, 1
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Drug jar for Conserve of Alexandrian Roses, Venice, Italy, 1
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The inscription painted on this earthenware jar is a shortened form of the Latin phrase Conserva di Rose Alessandrino, which translates as “Conserve of Alexandrian Roses”. The petals of these roses would have first been pounded in a mortar along with sugar. Once a jam-like product had been formed, the treatment would be taken orally, acting as a strong laxative. The vase is decorated with the figure of a soldier in Italian armour and dress.

maker: Unknown maker

Place made: Venice, Venezia, Veneto, Italy

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Keywords: earthenware; drug jar; Pharmacy; laxative; mortar; conserve
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  • Library reference: Science Museum A97374
  • Photo number: L0057416
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