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Fine Art Print : Sphygmometer by Collin, circa 1900 C017 / 6966
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Sphygmometer by Collin, circa 1900 C017 / 6966
Sphygmometer made in France, around 1900 by Collin, a well known French instrument maker. Sphygmometers such as this one were used to demonstrate arterial blood pressure using an aneroid manometer which was placed vertically over the patients wrist (radial pulse). It is made from nickel with a rubber end. This design is known as the Cruise sphygmometer having been invented by Sir Francis Richard Cruise (1834-1912), a pioneering Irish surgeon who also invented the endoscope
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1900 1900s Antique Apparatus Blood Pressure Brown Background Cardiovascular Cruise Device Devices France French Instrument Instruments Nickel Pulse Radial Sphygmomanometer Sphygmometer Sphygmometry Twentieth Century Wrist Collin
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of a vintage Sphygmometer by Collin, circa 1900. This beautifully preserved piece of medical history, sourced from the Science Photo Library, showcases the intricate design and craftsmanship of this French-made instrument. A must-have for history enthusiasts, medical professionals, or anyone with an appreciation for the beauty of scientific instruments. Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home or office decor with this unique and captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a remarkable piece of medical history - the Sphygmometer by Collin, circa 1900. Crafted in France by the renowned instrument maker Collin, this device played a crucial role in demonstrating arterial blood pressure during its time. The Sphygmometer employed an aneroid manometer, positioned vertically over the patient's wrist to measure their radial pulse. Constructed from nickel with a rubber end, this particular design is known as the Cruise sphygmometer. It owes its name to Sir Francis Richard Cruise, an innovative Irish surgeon who not only invented this apparatus but also made significant contributions to medical science through his invention of the endoscope. The brown background adds a touch of vintage charm to this antique instrument that symbolizes advancements in cardiovascular medicine during the early 20th century. As we gaze upon it today, we are reminded of how far medical technology has come and appreciate those pioneering minds like Collin and Cruise who paved the way for modern devices used in monitoring blood pressure. This print serves as both a testament to human ingenuity and a reminder of our continuous quest for better healthcare solutions. It stands as an intriguing artifact from another era when instruments like these were at the forefront of medical innovation.
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