Medical Headband with Light

Dateca. 1950

Mediummetal

Dimensions2 1/2 × 6 3/4 × 12 in. (6.4 × 17.1 × 30.5 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of John M. Casebolt, M.D.

Object numberPC1977.4.71.A

DescriptionThis medical device includes a black leather headband outfitted with an incandescent lamp, affixed to the front with a metallic bracket, and connected via cloth-wrapped electrical cords. Accompanying the headlamp is a black plastic inspection hood with dual lenses, used to narrow the physician’s field of vision or protect from ambient light during close-up examination. The design features utilitarian craftsmanship: adjustable sizing holes, a manual toggle screw for directing the lamp, and a simple plug for power connection.

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