Double-jointed metal left leg splint for child

Made:
1901-1920
Double-jointed metal left leg splint for child, 1901-1920

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Double-jointed metal left leg splint for child, 1901-1920
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Double-jointed metal left leg splint for child, 1901-1920

Details

Category:
Orthopaedics
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A603135
Materials:
whole, iron, painted black, padding, horsehair and staps, canvas, 5
Measurements:
height 850 mm
waistband: width 190 mm
type:
splints

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