Amputation saw by Kittel, c. 1831-1870
Stock Number: 440229*1
€ 1.100,-
Dimensions
c. 1831-1870
Maker
Kittel
Country of manufacture
Germany
Description
A German amputation saw by Kittel of circa 1831-1870. The amputation saw is decorated with curled steel. Signed twice ‘Kittel’ and has a mahogany handle.
The Welcome collection has a later set of amputation instruments by Kittel of Germany in their collection.
Dimensions 40,5 x 8,5 cm.
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Van Leest Antiques
Van Leest Antiques
Van Leest Antiques, based in Utrecht in the Netherlands, specialises in antique scientific and medical instruments. Their collection covers mainly scientific and medical antique instruments: barometers, globes and planataria, nautical instruments, anatomical models, and pharmacy items. Toon Van Leest travels regularly in Europe and visits trade fairs, auctions, and antique dealers to collect stock and to find pieces to fulfil his clients' unusual requests.
As well as being an avid antique collector and dealer, Toon Van Leest is also a dentist. He believes that antiques are a stable investment, not reliant on trends or fashion, and have truly lasting value. Above all, he says, antiques are timeless and never lose their beauty.
