Medical curiosity: Vial of "Healthy Rabbit - Penis" (f44)

A true medical curiosity, this small transparent glass laboratory bottle, preserved with its original annotated cork stopper. The handwritten label mentions "Healthy rabbit - Penis 10", indicating a sample or preparation from a healthy subject, probably used as a reference element in experimental protocols. This type of specimen is part of scientific practices from the early 20th century, where the comparative study of animal tissues allowed for the establishment of physiological bases in relation to studied pathologies, particularly in biology and experimental medicine research.

✦ Provenance: France
✦ Estimated period: Circa 1900-1920
✦ Dimensions: approx. 4 x 2 cm - (5.5 cm with stopper)
✦ Material: glass, cork stopper, handwritten label
✦ Condition: good overall condition with signs of age, dirt, patinated label.

A discreet but evocative testament to old laboratory practices, perfect for enriching a collection of medical or scientific curiosities. Flasks sold only as collectible items. Its contents and/or