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Maker(s):unknown
Culture:English
Title:ointment pot
Date Made:1700-1750
Type:Container
Materials:ceramic: tin-glazed earthenware (delftware)
Place Made:Great Britain: Greater London, London
Measurements:Overall: 1 1/4 x 2 1/16 in; 3.2 x 5.2 cm
Accession Number:  HD 2022.19.11
Credit Line:Gift of Anne K. Groves
Museum Collection:  Historic Deerfield

Description:
These small pots held salves for treating wounds or burns on the skin. Ointment Pot, probably London, England, c. 1700-1750. Tin-glazed earthenware (delftware). Open bowl-shaped pot with flaring sides, slightly outcurving rim, and small circular foot. Small chips to the rim.

Tags:
medicine

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