British Colonial Medical Device Box
Late 19th centurySGD 1,450
Beautifully crafted teakwood electromagnetic medical device box, likely dating from the late 19th to early 20th century, it is housed in a robust wooden case with dovetail joinery, the box features a hand-cranked brass mechanism, and analogue meter on the lid classic components typical of its period. When operated, the rotary crank generates a mild electrical current intended for medical stimulation—a practice once believed to alleviate various ailments such as headaches, nervous disorders, and muscle pain.
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The box is in good condition and has been lovingly restored and finished to its former glory using a traditional form of French polishing and waxing.
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Bombay
British Colonial India
H: 14 cm W: 26 cm D: 12 cm
H: 5 ½” W: 10 ¼” D: 28”
