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Glass Apothecary Bottle for Royal Orchid
The label under glass bottle having the original squat spherical stopper over protruding lip and frosted neck, the label for ‘Royal Orchid’ with canted corners and gilt border.
There are no chips, cracks or signs of restoration, the inner red border has faded but the rest of the label is showing good colour. The inside of the bottle could be cleaned if so desired.
This bottle would have carried the essence of an orchid, for medicinal purposes. Used for centuries throughout the world, for many different purposes, from scents to ice creams, medicines and aphrodisiacs, the Orchid family is claimed to be the largest plant family with about 30 000 species.
Historically speaking, the Chinese were the first to use and document their use of orchids as aphrodisiacs, and in fact as a medicinal plant altogether. In Greece especially, this flower and its scent were said to arouse women completely, making them more lustful and more effective lovers to their husbands. This belief made the orchid invaluably priceless and today there are at least 50 orchid species used especially in traditional Chinese medicine formulas. The use for dried orchids ranges from immune system build-up, to cancer treatment, eye-sight improvement, and quick recovery after sex.
This is an attractive example in good original condition, and with a very decorative, uncommon and appealing label the “Royal Orchid” now a popular name for hotels and restaurants around the world.
SellerDoe And Hope
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Doe And Hope
Private dealer, By appointment only
The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
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There are no chips, cracks or signs of restoration, the inner red border has faded but the rest of the label is showing good colour. The inside of the bottle could be cleaned if so desired.
This bottle would have carried the essence of an orchid, for medicinal purposes. Used for centuries throughout the world, for many different purposes, from scents to ice creams, medicines and aphrodisiacs, the Orchid family is claimed to be the largest plant family with about 30 000 species.
Historically speaking, the Chinese were the first to use and document their use of orchids as aphrodisiacs, and in fact as a medicinal plant altogether. In Greece especially, this flower and its scent were said to arouse women completely, making them more lustful and more effective lovers to their husbands. This belief made the orchid invaluably priceless and today there are at least 50 orchid species used especially in traditional Chinese medicine formulas. The use for dried orchids ranges from immune system build-up, to cancer treatment, eye-sight improvement, and quick recovery after sex.
This is an attractive example in good original condition, and with a very decorative, uncommon and appealing label the “Royal Orchid” now a popular name for hotels and restaurants around the world.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 16/MAY/2024. 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.
DimensionsCircumference 12.25 inches
Height 10 inches
Date c.1890
Late Victorian Antiques Material Glass
Origin British
Condition Very Good.
Item code as155a384
Status Sold
£69.00
$87.41
€80.41
$
€
Conversion rates as of 16/MAY/2024. 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
The 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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