Assalini-type obstetrical forceps, London, England, 1851-1900
- maker:
- Pratt, J F
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Forceps, obstetrical, Assalini, steel, by I. Pratt, British, 2nd half 19th century
This type of forceps was invented by Italian surgeon Paolo Assalini (1759-1840) in 1811. They are made from nickel-plated steel. Obstetrical forceps gripped a baby’s head during difficult childbirths. Assalini’s design was immediately popular and was manufactured until the 1930s.
Details
- Category:
- Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Contraception
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A615821
- Materials:
- steel (nickel-plated)
- type:
- obstetrical forceps
