Set of Three Italian Apothecary Jars, Blue and White Lidded Pharmacy Jars with Hand-Painted Cartouches (Aneto, Senna, Larice)Italy, mid-20th century, in the tradition of 17th and 18th century Italian and Delft pharmacy ceramics. A handsome set of three Italian ceramic apothecary jars in a classic cobalt blue on creamy white glaze. Each jar is hand-painted with a baroque cartouche banner bearing the Italian name of a medicinal herb: Aneto (dill), Senna, and Larice (larch). Above each banner, a pair of exotic birds flank a basket of fruit and flowers, while a cherub's face with spread wings, floral sprays, and tasseled swags finishes the composition below. A small "A" monogram sits within each cartouche. The jars are lidded, with pagoda-shaped domed covers topped by acorn finials, and rise from oval stepped pedestal feet. The graduated sizes, with the tallest pair flanking a smaller central jar, make a naturally balanced grouping. The charming, slightly naive brushwork and the Latin-script pharmacy labeling give the set a true old-world chemist's shop character. Displayed together, these jars bring instant European charm to a kitchen shelf, pantry, bar cart, bookcase, console, or mantel. They are especially at home in French country, Mediterranean, English cottage, farmhouse, traditional, and chinoiserie-inspired interiors, and pair well with blue and white porcelain, Delft tiles, and antique silver.Details Origin: Italy Period: Mid-20th century [confirm]Style: Apothecary / Pharmacy / Delft-style / Blue and White / CountryMaterials: Glazed ceramic (earthenware), hand-painted cobalt decoration Quantity: Set of three, each with original-style lidLabels: Aneto, Senna, Larice Condition: Good vintage condition. Light glaze crazing, minor surface specks, and small age-appropriate wear. Lids appear to be fitted and complete. Measures 15H X 4 W
