An Italian maiolica armorial albarello late 17th century, probably Montelupo, decorated with a shield between the initials 'PS' and inscribed 'TRIFERA P', on a ground of blue foliate swirls, a little good restoration, 22cm. Tryphera Persica was an electuary made from, among other things, senna leaves, rhubarb and hops. Its various uses included as a treatment for jaundice and for depression.
An Italian maiolica armorial albarello late 17th century, probably Montelupo, decorated with a shield between the initials 'PS' and inscribed 'TRIFERA P', on a ground of blue foliate swirls, a little good restoration, 22cm. Tryphera Persica was an electuary made from, among other things, senna leaves, rhubarb and hops. Its various uses included as a treatment for jaundice and for depression.
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