Tonsillotome By Charrière, Circa 1850

Object description :

"Tonsillotome By Charrière, Circa 1850"

A very fine, well-preserved example of a classic French Velpeau-type tonsil extractor, based on the Fahnestock model that Velpeau modified/improved. The instrument is signed Charrière and dates to around 1850-1860. It is a double-forked, three-ring model with a lovely little guilloché ebony handle. The instrument is rust-free and works perfectly. It is 30 cm long.

Price: 300 €

Artist: Frédéric Charrière
Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Wrought iron

Reference: 1511898