A pair of mid-17th century Italian maiolica Berettino syrup or wet drug jars. Demonstrating bulbous bodies inscribed 'MEL:ROSA:S' and 'SY:ACETOS.DIAROD' within painted labels against a ground of flowers and foliage picked out in yellow and ochre. Each displaying scattered birds, the second with insects too. 
 
Displaying signs of restoration to the rim of each jar.