a French, mid 19th Century, Civiale’s lithotrite, by Charrière a Paris, steel and gilt-brass, with sliding action to shank, flat-ended proximal curve to jaws, wheel handle – 35.5cm. long (closed); and a 19th Century double-ended lithotomy scoop, with studded scoops – 26.8cm. long
Note: Previously bought at Christie’s in 1998.
Sold for £150
Result plus buyers premium
a French, mid 19th Century, Civiale’s lithotrite, by Charrière a Paris, steel and gilt-brass, with sliding action to shank, flat-ended proximal curve to jaws, wheel handle – 35.5cm. long (closed); and a 19th Century double-ended lithotomy scoop, with studded scoops – 26.8cm. long
Note: Previously bought at Christie’s in 1998.
Auction: The Fine Collectors Sale, 9th Oct, 2024
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