Silver vinaigrette, Germany, 1601-1900

Made:
1601-1900 in Germany
SMG00203742 Silver vinaigrette, "acorn" type, in tooled leather case

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SMG00203742
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Silver vinaigrette, "acorn" type, in tooled leather case
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Silver vinaigrette, "acorn" type, in tooled leather case, possibly German, 17th to 19th century

If a person felt faint they could sniff their vinaigrette. Vapours from a vinegar-soaked sponge in the bottom were inhaled through the small holes in the top of the ‘acorn’. The sharp vinegar smell could shock the body into action. Vinaigrettes were mostly used by women but have also been used by men. This one is small enough to be portable and was carried in a leather case. The object is probably German.

Details

Category:
Pharmacy-ware
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A642933
Materials:
vinaigrette, silver, vinaigrette, sponge, case, leather, case, velvet and case, brass
Measurements:
overall: 107 mm x 36 mm x 44 mm, .09kg
type:
vinaigrette