Armoured medical corset for scoliosis by C. Pege of Angers

Armoured medical corset for scoliosis by C. Pege of Angers

Stock Number: 00 400222* b S

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Dimensions

Height of 37 cm, based on 56 cm

Circa

c. 1930-1940

Maker

C. Pege of Angers

Country of manufacture

France

Categories: Medicine, Therapeutic & Functional Aids

Description

Armoured medical corset for scoliosis, steel ribs and uprights, laced at the back. This type of corset is made of a plaster cast. The manufacturer’s name is engraved on the front. Signed “C. PEGE / ANGERS”, 1930-1940, cast ironwork and leather.

The model is in very good condition with the footnote that it is mounted on a modern wrought iron support.

Dimensions: Height of 37 cm, based on 56 cm.

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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.