Majolica syrup jar labelled 'ACQUA DI RUTA'

Date
Circa 1700
 Description
Water made with the herb rue (Ruta gravedens) was an unpleasant stimulant to expel contagion.
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Object detail

Date
Circa 1700
Medium
earthenware, glaze
Measurements
17.8 x 19.5 x 17.0 cm
Accession Number
MHM2009.4
Credit line
Gift of the Estate of Mr Graham Roseby, 2009
Inscriptions
labels ▫ "ACQVA DI RVTA" ▫ 0 - Whole
maker's mark ▫ under handle ▫ 0 - Whole
Object Type
equipment
Named Collection
Roseby Collection
Medical History Museum Category
Medical and Surgical Equipment and Instruments
Museum
Medical History Museum

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