J-Shaped Medical Tool

Manufacturer / Maker Dietrich W. Kolbe (1824/5 - 1878)

Association M. L. Amick (1843 - 1904)

Used byUsed by M. L. Amick (1843 - 1904)

Date1863-65

Mediumsteel

DimensionsOverall: 5 3/4 x 1 1/4 x 3/4 in. (14.6 x 3.2 x 1.9 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, from the descendants of John (Jackie) Taylor: Gwyn Fair Ellis; Willett Taylor Fair; James Taylor Rock; and Kenneth Willett Rock

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Object numberPC2002.26.5

DescriptionA medical retractor used for moving organs and tissue out of the way of surgical procedures. Retractors can come in many forms, but this one is one of the simplest, and must be handled manually. There are numerous scratches, stains, and abrasions along the tool. The curved end is used to pull and hold the tissue in place, while the flat end is used as a handle.

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