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Three Glass Painted Apothecary Bottles
The large clear glass bottles having square cut stoppers with original labels in Latin reading AQ SAMB FL, SP ROSMAR and MIST SENN C hand-painted in black over fiery burnished gold banners with frosted necks.
There is some wear to the paint, with the labels varying in condition from excellent to fair, whilst structurally the pieces are sound with no cracks or chips. The stopper for the mixture of senna is currently sealed shut but could probably be loosened if so desired.
The first would have bore elderflower that was used in the preparation of Aqua Sambuci, which is employed in making lotions and collyria as an eye and skin lotion.
The second vessel would have held the compound Mistura Sennas Com-posita or more famously Black Draught. The nauseous "black draught," once in high favour contains sulphate of magnesium, liquorice, cardamoms, aromatic spirit of ammonia and infusion of senna. When taken internally, senna stimulates the muscular coat of the bowel in its entire length, the colon being more particularly affected.
The third bottle carried spirit of rosemary, an efficient nerve stimulant, and may be employed in hysteroidal affections. Externally, it is applied to assuage local pains and can be combined with oils and used to prevent premature baldness.
Painted labels such as these were eventually phased out and replaced with labels under glass (LUG) later in the century so as to stop the abrasion of the labels themselves.
Three beautiful bottles that would be perfect serving as an original gift or for those with gaps in their apothecary collection that require filling.
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The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
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There is some wear to the paint, with the labels varying in condition from excellent to fair, whilst structurally the pieces are sound with no cracks or chips. The stopper for the mixture of senna is currently sealed shut but could probably be loosened if so desired.
The first would have bore elderflower that was used in the preparation of Aqua Sambuci, which is employed in making lotions and collyria as an eye and skin lotion.
The second vessel would have held the compound Mistura Sennas Com-posita or more famously Black Draught. The nauseous "black draught," once in high favour contains sulphate of magnesium, liquorice, cardamoms, aromatic spirit of ammonia and infusion of senna. When taken internally, senna stimulates the muscular coat of the bowel in its entire length, the colon being more particularly affected.
The third bottle carried spirit of rosemary, an efficient nerve stimulant, and may be employed in hysteroidal affections. Externally, it is applied to assuage local pains and can be combined with oils and used to prevent premature baldness.
Painted labels such as these were eventually phased out and replaced with labels under glass (LUG) later in the century so as to stop the abrasion of the labels themselves.
Three beautiful bottles that would be perfect serving as an original gift or for those with gaps in their apothecary collection that require filling.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 26/FEB/2026. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
DimensionsBase Diameter 3.75 inches
Height 10 inches
Category Antique Glass
Date c.1870-1890
Late Victorian Antiques Material Glass
Origin British
Condition Very Good.
Item code as155a503
Status Sold
£120.00 
$162.18 
€137.45 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 26/FEB/2026. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
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Doe And Hope
Private dealer, By appointment onlyThe Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
Get directions to Doe And Hope
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