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Hypodermic Pravaz syringe in a rich floral ornamented metal case with an inscription on the bottom "T.A.M. Ear & Throat Class. 1901"
Hypodermic syringe in floral ornamented nickel-silver case

USA , 1901

Hypodermic Pravaz syringe in a rich floral ornamented metal case with an inscription on the bottom "T.A.M. Ear & Throat Class. 1901"

Art Nouveau French fleam with three blades and a knife in aluminium scales, ca. 1895
Fleam with three blades and a knife in aluminium scales

France , 1890

Veterinary folding multi-blade fleam with embossed aluminium scales (c. 1890–1910). Produced by Brene Guillaumot et fils (Nogent region, France), this four-blade folding instrument represents the final generation of veterinary bloodletting tools. It features Art Nouveau embossed aluminum scales depicting pastoral scenes of horses and cattle. While the trademark displays Napoleon III’s Legion of Honor, the use of industrial aluminum and the "Déposé" mark date the piece to the late Belle Époque. Origin: Damremont/Ney-l'Évêque, France.

Midwifery stork clamp for umbilical cord, silver-made
Midwifery Silver Stork Clamp for Umbilical Cord

Germany , 1800

A umbilical clamp in the shape of a stork made of 835 silver. Inside the stork is a swaddled baby, which becomes visible when the handles are opened. Used by the midwifes in 19. century to compress and bind the umbilical cord.

Brunton Otoscope / Auriscope

France , 1880

Bruton's otoscope with 3 mirrors (speculi auris) in a box. Manufacturer: PELLETIER Ainé, Paris, France, 19 century. The set is housed in a dark-grey calico box with a spring-loaded clasp, purple velvet interior and a padded lid with an embossed gold logo of the maker.