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Basic Information | | Accession Number: | 1965T988 |
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| Collection: | Social History - Pinto Collection |
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| Date: | 1750 - 1850 |
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Maker Information | | Manufacturer: | Savigny - View history |
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Notes | Phlebotomy, or blood-letting, has a long history and was a remedy for many illnesses, its height of popularity being the 18th century. This phlebotomy outfit contains a brass scarifier made by Savigny, and four remaining cupping glasses, each with adjustable valves. | | Purchased from Edward H Pinto, 1965. |
Further Information | | Production Period: | 18th century or 19th century |
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| Medium: | Joined. Cast. |
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| Material(s): | Brass |
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| Place of Origin: | France - possibly |
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Dimensions | | Height: | 11.4 cm |
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| Width: | 21 cm |
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| Depth: | 20.7 cm |
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