19th Nov, 2021 12:00
Fine Photographica & Instruments of Science
A 19th Century Prosthetic Hand
an unusually finely carved wooden hand, probably for an adult female, the thumb with sprung articulation against first and second fingers, operated with a gut drawstring, screw fitting with leather collar at wrist allowing for alternative attachments, overall length 18cm
Sold for £521
Result plus buyers premium
an unusually finely carved wooden hand, probably for an adult female, the thumb with sprung articulation against first and second fingers, operated with a gut drawstring, screw fitting with leather collar at wrist allowing for alternative attachments, overall length 18cm
Auction: Fine Photographica & Instruments of Science, 19th Nov, 2021
