File:Snake-shaped storage jar, Europe, 1801-1900 Wellcome L0058357.jpg

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Snake-shaped storage jar, Europe, 1801-1900
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Snake-shaped storage jar, Europe, 1801-1900
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Used in a pharmacy or an apothecary shop, this unusual snake-like storage jar is made of earthenware. The original contents of this jar are unknown, but snakes have had links with medicine since ancient Greek times when they were connected with Asklepios, the Greek and Roman god of medicine. The jar is shown here with a similar example (A633618).

maker: Unknown maker

Place made: Europe

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Keywords: Pharmacy; earthenware; storage jar
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  • Library reference: Science Museum A633617
  • Photo number: L0058357
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