Description: Italian maiolica wet drug jar, Montelupo 17th century, with strap-handle and knot-tied spout, decorated with a scroll label with the inscription 'Syo de Stidos Costo' against scrolling acanthus leaf ground, height: 9 15/16in. (25.3cm.). The inscription may refer to a syrup decoction of stecados (French Lavender) and/or the root of costus Arabicus, a plant native in the East and formerly known as Aucklandia costus. A similar jar can be seen in the Musée de la Chartreuse Collection, inventory no. A.3053. **Update** Due to current restrictions our access to some of our stock is limited. Please note that consequently there may be a significant delay in the shipment of purchased items. We will contact buyers in such cases to discuss shipping options. If you are a customer outside the UK, please contact us for shipping rates. Please note we are not responsible for any import taxes or duties. As members of the British Antique Dealers' Association (BADA), we are obliged to adhere to their rules of conduct. This means that our cataloguing is of the highest standard.
Price: 3000 GBP
Location: London
End Time: 2025-02-01T14:32:25.000Z
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 14 days
Age: Pre-1800
Maker: Montelupo
Material: Ceramic/Porcelain
Type: Jar
Antique: Yes
Country/Region: Italy
Original/Repro: Original
