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Albarello

c. 1400–1420

Spain, Manises, 15th century

Medium
tin-glazed earthenware, brown lustre
Measurements
Overall: 30.7 x 11.5 cm (12 1/16 x 4 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund 1953.287
Public Domain
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Location
110B Late Gothic
Print

Description

An albarello is a type of pharmacy jar for dried medicinal herbs. The geometric ornament was inspired by contemporary Islamic designs in Muslim-occupied Spain.

Albarello

c. 1400–1420

Spain, Manises, 15th century

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