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Object Timeline

1985

  • We acquired this object.

2000

  • Work on this object ended.

2025

  • You found it!

Scalpel, 19th–20th century

This is a scalpel. It is dated 19th–20th century and we acquired it in 1985. Its medium is wood, steel, brass. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Eleanor L. Metzenberg. It is credited The Robert L. Metzenberg Collection, gift of Eleanor L. Metzenberg.

Its dimensions are

cm: L: 14 x W: .8

Cite this object as

Scalpel, 19th–20th century; wood, steel, brass; cm: L: 14 x W: .8; The Robert L. Metzenberg Collection, gift of Eleanor L. Metzenberg; 1985-103-282-g

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