Reproduction
Object numberRCSSC/C 4
CollectionSpecial collections
CategoryCeramics
Object nameDrug jars
DescriptionDry drug jar, probably Faenza or Castel Durante, about 1560.
Albarello drug jar with the inscription 'confetua de sena' set in a scrolled band around the middle; above, a circular cartouche surrounded by foliate scrolls and containing a male head. At the top and bottom, narrow bands of various repeating designs. Decoration in blue, yellow and green; the inscription is black on a white ground.
The latin inscription refers to conserve of senna, used as a laxative or aperient.
Production date circa 1560
, Italy
bequeathed
Physical Location
LocationNot on public display: contact museum for access conditions
Physical Information
Physical descriptionCylindrical waisted ceramic jar; cracked down front, from rim.
Materialceramic
confetua de senaCOLLEGE / OF / SURGEONS
Dimensions
jar height: 175 mm