James Wilson inscribed forceps
Object numberED.CS.2022.6.2
TitleJames Wilson inscribed forceps
CreatorMAW
DescriptionEbony handled and gold plated curved forceps inscribed on the inner handle with 'James Wilson'. These forceps seem to follow the design of William Smellie, short with blades fitting together in deep notches. The maker is inscribed on the inner handle MAW. It is possible these forceps once belonged to or where designed by Dr James Wilson who was a pupil of the early obstetricians John and William Hunter?
It is possible these forceps once belonged to Dr James Wilson (1783-1857) the Lecturer in Midwifery in the Portland Street School of Medicine from 1830 to 1838. Wilson also opened Glasgow’s first Lying-In Hospital and Dispensary in 1834. Given that the forceps are gold plated this would perhaps indicate they were a gift or an award.
Production placeLondon
Production periodNineteenth century (early)
Object nameObstetrical forceps
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
Dimensions
- Length: 33.00
Height: 5.00