Glass laboratory vial with cork stopper, preserved with its original cylindrical cardboard case bearing a handwritten annotation. The vial's label mentions "Fresh Clot", with additional information referring to an experimental preparation related to "breast cancer", dated June 4, 1913. This type of preparation is part of early 20th-century medical research, particularly concerning serums, toxins, and biological experiments. The presence of the handwritten case greatly enhances the historical interest and consistency of the ensemble.
✦ Provenance: France ✦ Estimated period: 1913 (handwritten date) ✦ Dimensions: vial approx. 5 cm - case approx. 6 x 2.5 cm ✦ Material: glass, cork, handwritten paper, cardboard ✦ Condition: good overall condition, legible label with wear, visible internal deposits, original case with patina and signs of age
A rare and particularly evocative set from early medical research, ideal for a cabinet of curiosities, a scientific collection, or a decor with strong historical significance. The vials are sold only as collector's items. Their contents and/or residues are preserved for historical purposes, unanalyzed and strictly unsuitable for any use.
