The Hand: Its Mechanism and Vital Endowments, as Evincing Design (1835)
Title The Hand: Its Mechanism and Vital Endowments, as Evincing Design (1835) Author Sir Charles Bell, K.G.H., F.R.S. L&E Image […]
Medical history and curiosities
Explorations of unusual medical practices, rare conditions, and the evolution of medicine through history.
Sweet Oil Bottles – DeWitt, Humco, and York Brands
Title Sweet Oil Bottles – DeWitt, Humco, and York Brands Author Various Manufacturers – DeWitt International Corp., Humco Laboratory, York
Fasteeth Alkaline Denture Powder – Dentists’ Trial Size
Title Fasteeth Alkaline Denture Powder – Dentists’ Trial Size Author Clark-Cleveland, Inc. Image Description This small, boldly colored tin of
Lavoris
Title Lavoris Mouthwash Bottles (Embossed & Labeled) Image Description This entry features two original bottles of Lavoris, a popular mid-century
Glovarian Pills
Title Glovarian Pills Author Schieffelin & Co., New YorkGlycerin Ovarian Extract, Estrogenic Material (Estrone), circa 1930s–1940s Image Description This boxed
Gonococcal Urethritis in the Male: For Practitioners (1928)
Title Gonococcal Urethritis in the Male: For Practitioners (1928) Author P. S. Pelouze, M.D.Associate in Urology and Assistant Genito-Urinary Surgeon
Ceramic Neti Pot by WT & C (Made in Germany)
Title Ceramic Neti Pot by WT & C (Made in Germany) Author WT & C (Germany) Image Description This porcelain
Packer’s Tar Soap Tin
Title Packer’s Tar Soap Tin Image Description This well-worn rectangular tin once held a bar of Packer’s Tar Soap, manufactured
Pape’s Cold Compound – Belladonna & Aconite Cold Remedy Tube
Title Pape’s Cold Compound – Belladonna & Aconite Cold Remedy Tube Image Description This small paper-and-foil tube originally held 24