From a pharmacy of the late 19th to early 20th century,
a "healing legacy" softly speaks.
Product Description:
This is an original medicinal bottle for "LA JOUVENCE," an herbal elixir named after the French monk "L'Abbé Soury." It features beautiful pale blue glass, a stepped shoulder, and a smooth, comfortable form. The embossed lettering "LA JOUVENCE DE L'ABBÉ SOURY" remains clear on the surface, conveying the weight of history. The base is marked with "D4," hinting at a manufacturing lot or an identifier from its era. The neck is designed for a cork stopper, and white deposits, likely residue from its original contents, are visible inside, telling a story of its long history. (R070128)
Specifications:
・Size: Approx. 17cm (H) x 6cm (W) x 4cm (D) (at widest point)
・Material: Glass
・Color: Pale blue, almost transparent (may appear slightly green depending on lighting)
・Country of Origin: France
・Era: Estimated early 1900s
・Condition: Cloudy and with deposits due to age / No chips or cracks / Clear markings
Recommended Uses:
Ideal for display or decoration in cafes, restaurants, bars, pharmacies, beauty salons, general stores, interior shops, hotel lobbies, galleries, etc. Simply placing it on a shelf, counter, or in a display case adds a vintage atmosphere and historical charm to the space. It can also be used as a single-flower vase or a container for small items.
Highlights:
・Part of the popular "LA JOUVENCE" series among antique medicinal bottles
・A unique item with the texture of hand-blown glass
・Perfect as a vintage interior piece, for displaying dried flowers, or as a decorative item
・A notable item for pharmacists, medical history researchers, and bottle collectors
Special Note:
Regarding the white residue: "LA JOUVENCE DE L'ABBÉ SOURY" is known as an herbal tonic and bioactive liquid. The deposits are likely dried plant extract components (tannins, resins, precipitates, etc.) that have adhered to the inside of the bottle. When left for extended periods, these can turn white or yellowish-brown. We can imagine them as mineral deposits from the evaporation of moisture or herbal components, or as plant-derived sediments. If this bottle held the medicine (elixir) for a long time, it is not surprising that traces of the contents remain white as they dried.
*Based on AI research.
