Weiss's New Invented Scarificator made from brass and steel. Scarificators such as this one were used to create wounds on the surface of the skin,principally for wet cupping procedures. Cupping is a form of bloodletting used to 'treat' a range of ailments. This instrument was made by Weiss,62 Strand,London,England and dates from around 1820 | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library |
Bildgröße: | 4853 px × 3678 px |
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