This antique dowsing kit comprises 58 sample tubes, preserved in their original upholstered box. Each glass tube, fitted with a cork stopper and printed label, still contains its original substance, associated with pathologies or organic elements (malaria, pinworm, pneumococcus, cancer, etc.). The ensemble perfectly illustrates dowsing practices applied to the medical field in the early 20th century, combining a pseudo-scientific approach with alternative experimentation. The double-row presentation, with its felted lining, reinforces its methodical appearance and makes it a piece with a strong visual presence.
✦ Provenance: France ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1930-1950 ✦ Dimensions: 36.5 x 9 x 4 cm ✦ Material: Upholstered box, glass tubes, cork stoppers ✦ Condition: Good overall condition, clean box with slight wear, complete set with original contents
An intriguing and well-documented set, sought after to enrich a collection of medical curiosities or a cabinet focusing on 20th-century alternative sciences.
