Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances Manufactured by Arnold & Sons
London: Arnold & Sons, 1895. Hardcover. Quarto. (xlvii) 848pp. Brick-colored buckram with gilt-stamped insignia and lettering on the front cover and spine. The book is a "revised" edition of the illustrated catalogue of medical and surgical equipment manufactured by English company Arnold & Sons. The first three pages each contain a full page engraving, one depicting various stages of the manufacturing process, one showing the exterior of the factory, and a third showing the interior. The book is profusely illustrated throughout with an astounding total of 3,230 figures and diagrams printed lithographically in b/w, which depict all manner of medical equipment and surgical instruments, pertaining to nearly every medical field, including artificial limbs. The front of the catalog contains an extensive 47-page index of products offered. The award-winning company which was originally founded in 1819, was a leading manufacturer in the medical field in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Binding with some light bumping and rubbing to extremities. A few small scratches on the covers. Light water staining to the edges of the book block. Interior with minor to light sporadic foxing throughout. Starting at the interior front cover, to pages 176 and 704. Book block tight overall. Binding and interior in very good- condition overall. vg-. Item #43897
Price: $950.00