Extra large huge size very heavy Antique large surgical retractor or speculum-type medical instrument dating to approximately 1900.

Constructed of heavy stainless steel with broad curved blades designed to hold tissue open during surgical procedures. Instruments of this style were commonly used in early abdominal or gynecological surgery.

Features:

• heavy forged steel construction

• large curved retractor blades

• early medical instrument design

• striking display piece

Condition shows age, wear, and patina consistent with antique surgical instruments. Exact medical application unknown.

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This piece comes from the liquidation of a large privately assembled historical medical teaching collection containing surgical instruments, embalming tools, anatomical charts, and laboratory equipment.

Additional items from this collection will be listed.

Collectors interested in acquiring the entire collection are welcome to inquire.