Ornate bow-frame amputation saw

Ornate bow-frame amputation saw

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Ornate bow-frame amputation saw
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Ornate bow-frame amputation saw, decorated with appliqued brass flowers on handle, c. 1581-1700

Details

Category:
Surgery
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A85253
Materials:
complete, steel (metal), metal (unknown), wood (unidentified) and brass (copper, zinc alloy)
Measurements:
overall: 103 mm x 412 mm,
overall (blade): 235 mm
type:
amputation saw