Drug Jar with Bryony Flowers and Parsley Leaf Patterns

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Gallery 353, European Art 1500-1850, third floor

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Drug Jar with Bryony Flowers and Parsley Leaf Patterns

c. 1430-1470

Artist/maker unknown, Spanish

Cylindrical jars like this one were most often used as drug receptacles but at times also served as flower vases. The technique that produced the golden metallic luster seen on this piece was a secret of Spanish potters until around 1500, and the floral “bryony pattern” was one of the most popular Valencian designs. Bryony is a flowering vine native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Gallery 353, European Art 1500-1850, third floor

Object Details

Title:

Drug Jar with Bryony Flowers and Parsley Leaf Patterns

Date:

c. 1430-1470

Artist:

Artist/maker unknown, Spanish

Medium:

Tin-glazed and lustered earthenware

Dimensions:

10 7/16 x 5 1/4 inches (26.5 x 13.3 cm)

Classification:

Containers

Credit Line:

Purchased with the Thomas Skelton Harrison Fund, 1983

Accession Number:

1983-66-1

Geography:

Made in Manises, Valencia, Spain, Europe

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Gallery 353, European Art 1500-1850, third floor

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