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Invalid Feeder - 1

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Date

1860 - 1920

Description

The invalid feeder was used to feed those who were unable to feed themselves. A liquid or semi-soft food was placed in the feeder and the long narrow spout was then placed in the person's mouth. This invalid feeder is made from White porcelain and was produced in Germany. It is stamped with the number 3617 on the bottom.

Item Type

medical equipment

Material Type

ceramic

Date Uploaded

07.27.2017

Dimensions

16 x 5.5 x 5.9

Dimensions Notes

All measurements were taken in centimeters. Measurements are listed as “length by width by height” or “height by diameter” unless otherwise noted.

Recommended Citation

The Barbara H. Hagan School of Nursing: Historical Collection. (2017). "Invalid Feeder - 1" [Photograph]. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.molloy.edu/nur_hagan/71