Pair of 18th Century Tin-Glazed Terracotta Chemist Jars

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Two antique 18th century tin glazed terracotta chemist jars, each approx 26 cm high (2)

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Terracotta - Terracotta is lightly fired earthenware, red or reddish-brown in colour, used in ancient times. Fired at higher temperatures terracotta was used in the nineteenth century for decorative vases and similar objects, but rarely for utilitarian goods. Other uses for terracotta include roofing tiles, garden pots and ornaments. Glazed terracotta is known as faience.

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