Glass anaesthetic face mask

Object number@FPJ
TitleGlass anaesthetic face mask
CreatorStevenson (agent)
DescriptionGlass anaesthetic face mask, c.1847.
A variation on Tracy's inhaler. Tube (missing) would have been connected to a bottle containing a volatile agent.
Production date accurate 1847-02-01
Production periodNineteenth century, mid
Object nameFace mask
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
MaterialGlass
Dimensions
- Length: 21 cm
Width: 13.5 cm
Depth: 7 cm