Luer Eye Vaporizer , c 1880
Stock Number: 390726 i
€ 725,-
Dimensions
37 cm High
Circa
C 1880
Country of manufacture
France
Description
A Luer eye vaporizer, c 1880, French. Wed cooled air was under pressure from the bulb boiler sprayed in the eyes wherein the distance was determined by adjustable nose bridge support. Was used for relief of itchy, burning and sore eyes. The burner is original. Height 37 cm with a diameter of 10 cm of the reservoir. In good condition.
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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.
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