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Step into the world of early 20th-century medicine with this rare set of antique stereoview cards, produced by Underwood & Underwood in 1908. These cards document various stages of an appendectomy, complete with detailed notes on surgical anatomy, instruments, and procedural modifications. Each card presents a 3D stereoscopic view when used with a stereoscope, offering a historically rich and visually striking perspective on turn-of-the-century surgical practices.
The cards are in good antique condition, with age-appropriate wear consistent with their 115+ years of history. They are not only valuable as educational and historical artifacts but also highly desirable among collectors of medical oddities, curiosities, and Victorian-era photography.
Details:
Publisher: Underwood & Underwood
Date: 1908 (copyright noted)
Subject: Appendectomy procedure (several stages documented). 4pc.
Format: Stereoview photographic cards
Condition: Very good antique condition with expected surface wear
Size: 7" x 4.5"
Perfect for collectors of medical history, macabre ephemera, or antique photography, this set stands out as a rare survival from the era when surgery itself was a frontier science.
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