Set of 12 Late 19th Century Continental Porcelain Apothecary Jars

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Set of 12 Late 19th Century Continental Porcelain Apothecary Jars

A striking and highly decorative set of twelve late 19th-century … Read more Set of 12 Late 19th Century Continental Porcelain Apothecary Jars

A striking and highly decorative set of twelve late 19th-century Continental porcelain apothecary jars, dating to circa 1880–1900. Each jar is finely decorated with vibrant hand-painted botanical motifs, ribboned cartouches, and Latin pharmaceutical inscriptions, all accented with elegant gilt banding on a crisp white porcelain ground. The set retains its matching domed lids with finials, creating a cohesive and architectural display.

The jars are marked to the base with an underglaze eagle emblem, a maker’s mark associated with German or Austrian porcelain production during the late 19th century. The refined porcelain body, smooth glaze, and richly colored decoration reflect the period when porcelain had largely replaced earlier faience in professional European pharmacies.

The abbreviated Latin labels reference historic medicinal preparations, lending the set both scholarly interest and old-world charm. Originally intended for use in a working apothecary, these jars now serve beautifully as a decorative statement—ideal for open shelving, a library, kitchen, butler’s pantry, or curated interior vignette.

Both visually impactful and historically evocative, this collection exemplifies the romantic historicism of late 19th-century Continental design and makes a rare and impressive addition to any interior or collection.

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    •    Set of 12 matching apothecary jars with lids
    •    Continental porcelain, circa 1880–1900
    •    Likely German or Austrian origin
    •    Hand-painted botanical decoration with gilt accents
    •    Latin apothecary inscriptions
    •    Maker’s mark: underglaze eagle emblem
    •    Minor age-appropriate wear consistent with antiques See less