Koeberlé-type obstetric clamp, Paris, France, 1870-1900

Made:
1870-1900 in Paris
maker:
Collin et Compagnie
Clamp, obstetrical, Koeberle, steel, chromium-plated

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Clamp, obstetrical, Koeberle, steel, chromium-plated
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Clamp, obstetrical, Koeberle, steel, chromium-plated, by Collin et Cie of Paris, from Charriere, Collin and Gentile collection, second half 19th century

This obstetric clamp was invented by Eugenè Koeberlé (1828-1915), a gynaecologist who introduced ovariectomy to France in 1862. The instrument was made by Collin and Company, a surgical instrument maker based in Paris, France. This item came from the surgical instrument makers, now called Charrière, Collin and Gentile, who sold their collection in 1978.

Details

Category:
Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Contraception
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A606205
Materials:
steel, chromium-plated
Measurements:
overall: 12 mm x 115 mm x 95 mm, .05kg
type:
clamp
credit:
Drouot