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4 Humours - Irina Sidorova
4 Humours by Irina Sidorova Interpretation of the antique theory of the four humours, that was claimed as genuinely Hippocratic by Galen.
Brass Scarificator for Bloodletting 19th Century
This is a d phlebotomy scarificator with 12 sharp steel blades. Pulling the trigger lever at the bottom stretches a spring and "cocks" the blades. The knob on the side releases them promptly making cuts to the skin to allow blood draining. The depth of cuts is adjusted with the knurled screw. This instrument was used during the 19th century for medical phlebotomy - blood letting
Artist Frank To in medieval plague doctors exhibition
Plague Doctor Attire. The purpose of the mask was to keep away bad smells, which were thought to be the principal cause of the disease. The costume actually did provide protection from infection, fleas couldn't bite through the thick leather coat or gloves.
"Ordinances For Sanitation In A Time Of Mortality"--Protection from the Plague, 1348
Ptak Science Books: "Ordinances For Sanitation In A Time Of Mortality"--Protection from the Plague, 1348
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Irina Sidorova, The Melancholic Temperament
4 Humours - Irina Sidorova
4 Humours by Irina Sidorova Interpretation of the antique theory of the four humours, that was claimed as genuinely Hippocratic by Galen.
4 Humours - Irina Sidorova
4 Humours by Irina Sidorova Interpretation of the antique theory of the four humours, that was claimed as genuinely Hippocratic by Galen.
Andy's Web Tools
Blood Letting Device. This little machine is about 2 inches in height and only around 1.75 inches square. The bottom side was placed on the body and by depressing the lever, several very sharp blades made small shallow incisions to cause the bleeding.
10 Medical Tools You’re Glad Only Exist in Museums
Antique bloodletting tool c.1850 - Show to students to demonstrate how far medicine has come since Civil War Era.
Search Results - Phisick | Medical Antiques
Cased Temple Scarificator 19th C, for bloodletting.
Leech & bleeding instruments at Apothecary Shop | Colonial Williamsburg Photography
Leech crawling on the lid of the leech jar at the Apothecary Shop. Devices used for the medical practice of bleeding are in the foreground.