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Adjustable bed rest, 18th century
This wooden bed rest could be used to support the back of a person who has been confined to bed for medical reasons. It has nine different positions and is adjusted using a ratchet – a ratchet is a set of teeth on the edge of the support bars which ensures the rest stays in the same position. This example is made from walnut and has a padded leather base.
Details
- Category:
- Nursing & Hospital Furnishings
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A52095
- Materials:
- frame, walnut, upholstery, leather, crimson ? padded and studding, brass
- Measurements:
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overall: 581 mm x 684 mm x 554 mm,
- type:
- bed rest
- credit:
- Sotheby's
