Leeches jar, 19th century C017 / 3566
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Leeches jar, 19th century C017 / 3566
Leeches jar made from Staffordshire pottery (England) dating from around 1830. The main jar is cream coloured with red decorations. The design is finished with gilt decorations, the word leeches is spelt out in gold letters. Leeches (a type of worm) were used in medicine during this period as a method of bloodletting. Bloodletting was carried out to treat patients with a wide range of ailments by removing surplus bodily humours (liquids within the body). Leeches can suck several times their original body weight in blood when applied to the skin
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1830 1830s Antique Blood Letting Bloodletting Container Containers Jars Leech Leeches Nineteenth Century Pottery Staffordshire Worm Worms Blue Background
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This print showcases a remarkable artifact from the 19th century - a Leeches jar made from Staffordshire pottery in England, dating back to approximately 1830. The jar itself exudes elegance with its cream-colored base adorned with intricate red decorations. Adding to its allure, gilt decorations embellish the design while the word "leeches" is spelled out in golden letters. During this era, leeches played a significant role in medicine as a method of bloodletting. This practice involved removing surplus bodily humours, or fluids within the body, to treat various ailments. When applied to the skin, these fascinating worms were capable of sucking several times their original body weight in blood. The historical significance of this antique piece transports us back to an era where medical practices differed greatly from our modern understanding. It serves as a tangible reminder of how far we have come in terms of medical advancements and treatment methods. Against a serene blue background, this photograph not only captures the beauty and craftsmanship of Staffordshire pottery but also offers insight into an intriguing chapter of English medical history during the early 1800s. A true testament to human curiosity and ingenuity, this Leeches jar stands as both an artifact and symbol representing our ever-evolving understanding of medicine throughout time.
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