RAD DORONI CI

RAD DORONI CI

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Description (Brief)
RAD DORONI CI is an abbreviation for Doroncicum also known as Leopard’s Bane. Doroncicum is a yellow flower found in central Europe. Both the flower and the root were used in medicinal preparations. It was once used internally to lower fevers, but has since been found to cause stomach irritation. Externally it was used for burns and to counter act inflammation.
This conical-shaped wooden drug jar and lid are painted a dark green. The decoration includes an ivory-colored medallion with a red and gold leaf design and a red ribbon.
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
jar
Other Terms
jar; Pharmaceutical Container
date made
18th century
place made
Germany
Physical Description
turnen wood (overall production method/technique)
wood (overall material)
paint (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 14.2 cm x 8.7 cm; 5 9/16 in x 3 7/16 in
ID Number
1991.0664.0876
accession number
1991.0664
collector/donor number
SAP 798
catalog number
1991.0664.0876
Credit Line
Gift of American Pharmaceutical Association and Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
subject
Pharmacy
European Apothecary
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Medicine and Science: Medicine
European Apothecary
Wood Drug Jars
Art
Data Source
National Museum of American History
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