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France, 19 C. 2 half
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.
FIRM
France, Paris
The French company Charrière, founded by Joseph-Frédéric-Benoêt Charrière (1803–1876) in the early 19th century, stands as a testament to innovation in medical instrument manufacturing. Born in 1803 in Switzerland, Charrière moved to Paris as a teenager and eventually took over his mentor's cutlery workshop. He became renowned for producing high-quality surgical instruments, notably in lithotripsy and anesthesia. Charrière's technical skill, creativity, and eagerness to learn from surgeons directly influenced his designs. He is also credited with creating the 'Charrière scale,' a measurement standard for medical instruments (also known as 'French gauge'). After his death the company worked under the name Maison Collin till 1957 when it was taken over by Maison Gentile. Charrière's legacy in medical technology endures, symbolizing groundbreaking advancements in healthcare tools.