Patent Model - Artificial Leg
Maker and role
Douglas Bly (b.1824, d.1876), Patentee
Production date
May 17 1859
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Object detail
Media/Materials
Wood, leather, bronze
Measurements
13 x 9 x 3 1/2" (33 x 22.9 x 8.9cm)
Description
Dr. Bly's patent "consists in a certain arrangement and combination of parts, whereby a more perfect substitute is attained for the natural leg; the action of the latter as provided for by various muscles, tendons and joints being simulated by simple substance..." (Patent Number 24,002)
Collection
Object number
2015.14.264
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