Tabletop sterilizer, 19th century

Tabletop sterilizer, 19th century

Valibhai, Musaji

Disinfection

Sterilization

Brass

Copper

India

Rectangular tabletop sterilizer with mesh side panels. Brass body with handle on top. One door on front of unit with latch. Door opens to reveal four brass drawers, empty. Makers mark on front of sterilizer.

Valibhai, Musaji

19th century

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1 tabletop sterilizer

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Warren Anatomical Museum Catalog Number: 20269

This tabletop sterlizer was created in Mumbai (Bombay), India in the 19th century. Its maker's mark bears the name of Musaji Valibhai, likely the creator or original owner. It was purchased in India by Sally Lindover, and in 2008, Lindover donated the sterilizer to the Warren Anatomical Museum.

Sterilizer

24 W x 24 D x 33 H cm