Surgery instrument set case, c. 1855.
Walnut case for set of surgical instruments, by Savigny, c.1855
- Materials:
- walnut (wood) , brass (copper, zinc alloy) and velvet
- Object Number:
- A600112 Pt55
- type:
- instrument cases
Set of surgical instruments in walnut case, by Savigny, owned by Dr. Evans in Crimea, c.1855
This surgical instrument set belonged to Dr Usher Williamson Evans (1823-1912). Dr Evans volunteered for surgical work early in the Crimean War (1853-1856).
On his arrival in the Crimea, it was noted by Florence Nightingale that Evans had some experience of hospital administration back in Britain. This then became his priority and occupied most of his time in the Crimea. It may explain why this set appears to have been rarely used.
Walnut case for set of surgical instruments, by Savigny, c.1855