Sliding stud rheostat in box possibly connected with the mechanical masseur under A657379-84

Made:
1885-1910 in France
maker:
Unknown
Sliding stud rheostat in box possibly connected with the

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Sliding stud rheostat in box possibly connected with the mechanical masseur under A657379-84, Riviere material, possibly French, 1855-1910

Details

Category:
Therapeutics
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A657383
Materials:
box, wood, cover plates, ebonite, studs, brass and handle, plastic
Measurements:
height 330 mm
length 245 mm
width 140 mm
handle: length 220 mm
type:
rheostats

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