Decorative ornament - Germany - pharmacy percolator
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Antique German pharmacy percolator (lixiviator) dating to 1850–1900, copper on an iron tripod, metal and copper construction, 55 x 16 x 16 cm, in used condition with minor signs of aging and stains.
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Description from the seller
This object is an antique pharmacy lixiviator (historically also referred to as a pharmacy percolator), made of copper and mounted on an iron tripod.
Function and Operation
Extraction of Active Principles: This laboratory or apothecary device from the 19th and early 20th centuries was used by apothecaries and pharmacists to extract the active constituents from medicinal plants and plant powders.
Lixiviation/Percolation Process: The plant material was placed inside the upper cylinder. A solvent liquid (such as alcohol or water) was poured over it and slowly passed through the botanical matter, dissolving its soluble compounds.
Collection: The concentrated liquid extract dripped from the conical base and was collected by opening the small tap or valve at the bottom tip. This process served to create tinctures, liqueurs, syrups and essential oils.
Approximate average dimensions -55*16*16 cm
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Signs of use.
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This object is an antique pharmacy lixiviator (historically also referred to as a pharmacy percolator), made of copper and mounted on an iron tripod.
Function and Operation
Extraction of Active Principles: This laboratory or apothecary device from the 19th and early 20th centuries was used by apothecaries and pharmacists to extract the active constituents from medicinal plants and plant powders.
Lixiviation/Percolation Process: The plant material was placed inside the upper cylinder. A solvent liquid (such as alcohol or water) was poured over it and slowly passed through the botanical matter, dissolving its soluble compounds.
Collection: The concentrated liquid extract dripped from the conical base and was collected by opening the small tap or valve at the bottom tip. This process served to create tinctures, liqueurs, syrups and essential oils.
Approximate average dimensions -55*16*16 cm
Trace and track shipping DELNEXT,
We do not ship to the Islands!
Signs of use.
Note : insured and packaging
Details
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
pharmacy percolator
Material
Copper, Metal
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
55 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
16 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
