Ornate bow-frame amputation saw

Made:
1601-1760 in France
Ornate bow-frame amputation saw, removable blade, French, c

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Ornate bow-frame amputation saw, removable blade, French, c
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Ornate bow-frame amputation saw, removable blade, French, c. 1680

Details

Category:
Surgery
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A600812
Materials:
steel (metal), wood (unidentified) and complete
Measurements:
overall: 132 mm x 515 mm,
overall (blade-length): 330 mm
type:
amputation saw