Below-the-knee amputation prosthesis
Object numberED.CS.2020.2.4
TitleBelow-the-knee amputation prosthesis
CreatorRSL Steeper
DescriptionLower limb aluminium prosthesis for an adult. Aluminim lower leg shaft, rubber foot attached with rigid ankle. Two metal hinges connecting to leather lace-up thigh corset. Corset would have originally had a hip or shoulder belt attached for additional support; connecting elastic/leather strap still in place on outside of corset. Two additional leather straps on front of aluminium shaft connect to hip/shoulder belt.
Production date
Production period20th century (late)
Object nameLower limb prosthesis
Object categoryPROSTHETICS
Dimensions
- Length: 81 cm
Width: 28 cm
Depth: 17 cm