Albarello (Pharmacy jar)

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Albarello (Pharmacy jar)
Albarello (Pharmacy jar)
Albarello (Pharmacy jar)

Albarello (Pharmacy jar)

Date18th century
GeographyPuebla, Mexico, North and Central America
MediumEarthenware with tin glaze and colbalt in-glaze decorations
Dimensions10 1/2 in. x 4 3/4 in. (26.7 cm x 12.1 cm)
ClassificationDECORATIVE ARTS
Credit LineMuseum purchase with funds provided by Sidney R. Knafel
Object number2014.161
Status
On view
RightsCopyright is retained in accordance with U.S. Copyright laws
Photo creditDavis Museum at Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA
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