2 galvanic Pulvermacher belts and 2 electrodes in box, London, English, 1860-1900. Had to it soak in vinegar before applying to the body. Supposed to cure all nervous, chronic and functional diseases.
Details
- Category:
- Therapeutics
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A602808
- Materials:
- belts, brass, belts, zinc, belts, plastic, red, electrodes, brass, electrodes, mahogany, box, wood and box, paper, black
- Measurements:
-
belts: length 540 mm
belts: width 32 mm
electrodes: length 120 mm
box: length 220 mm
box: width 140 mm
- type:
- belts
