Operating Table
Production date
Circa 1920
Object detail
Accession number
1994.31
Production period
Description
Medical operating table with a metal frame and three metal platforms making up the 'table'. Two of the three platforms are hinged are the ends, allowing the table to fold up and onto itself, while the third and largest platform is secured to the frame. Table has a rectangular shaped skeletal base, made from metal poles, painted white and ahs wheels at each of the four feet. The two front wheels have break guards. Table has a rail lining the unhinged platform that has a sliding buckle attached, presumably for securing in the patient. The platforms height is adjustable at the table base.
Marks
Universal Operating/ Table/ Manufactured by/ The KNY-SCHLERER CORP/ N.Y. U.S.A/ Pat No. 1201017 Label
Credit Line
Circa 1920. Operating Table, 1994.31. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).
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