Mauriceau obstetric perforator, 18th century
€380
Circa
18th century
Country of manufacture
France
Description
A rare model of an obstetric perforator after Mauriceau, unsigned, but 18th century.
This instrument is described in the Encyclopedia as a “Lance for piercing the head of the fetus in the womb.”
Octagonal ebony handle (two slots) and steel body.
The instrument measures 26.5 cm in length.
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Dealer information
Le Zograscope
Established by Alexandre Piffault in 2014 and based in Paris at 5 rue de Condé, 75006, very close to Odéon, Le Zograscope specializes in antique and rare books in Science, Medicine and Technology, and rare antique instruments in the same fields. We have especially a strong interest in early and continental microscopy, early and special mathematical/drawing instruments, medical and surgical instrument, and rare technology.
Personnal website : https://www.lezograscope.com/
