Set of Dissection Knives

Dublin Core

Title

Set of Dissection Knives

Subject

Codman & Shurtleff
Warren, John Collins, 1842-1927
Mixter, Samuel J.
Scalpels
Knives
Surgical instruments and apparatus

Description

Dr. J. Collins Warren developed this particular model of dissection knife for use with tumors of the breast and had them produced by Codman and Shurtleff, the famous Boston firm of instrument makers. Dr. Warren presented this set to his colleague, surgeon Dr. Samuel J. Mixter.

Abstract

Set of six dissection knives in a wooden case, designed by J. Collins Warren (1842-1927)

Creator

Codman & Shurtleff

Date Created

1913, circa

Rights

The Boston Medical Library does not hold copyright on all materials in this collection. For use information, consult Public Services at chm@hms.harvard.edu

Access Rights

Access to the original work depicted requires advance notice. Contact Public Services at chm@hms.harvard.edu for additional information

Is Part Of

Uncataloged

Format

image

Extent

1 set of knives (6 knives and box)

Type

physical object

Provenance

Gift of George L. Nardi to the Boston Medical Library, 1984

Files

http://collections.countway.harvard.edu/onview/file_upload/DissectionKnives.jpg

Citation

Codman & Shurtleff, “Set of Dissection Knives,” OnView, accessed March 28, 2024, https://collections.countway.harvard.edu/onview/items/show/12800.