Apothecary bottle pulvis asae foetide

Real vintage pharmacy bottle in glass with painted sheet metal cap (since faded) It has a label yellowed by time on which it is written "pulvis asae foetide" Fetid ase powder was an ayurvedic plant powder with digestive properties. It possessed antispasmodic properties and was effective in preventing infectious diseases. The powder was once used to make mother tinctures. This apothecary pot has kept the traces of his experience but has its place in a cabinet of curiosity, and will add a deliciously retro touch to your interior. H 21 X d 7.5 cm.

Ref. : DRE93S5X